[Rehab] Saavi Services for the Blind seeks Orientation and Mobility Instructor for our thriving Phoenix Training Center

[Amy Porterfield]

Saavi Services for the Blind is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Instructor for it's Phoenix training Center Location

Want to teach cane training in  70-degree weather all winter?
Want to work with students of all ages in a creative environment
Do you like opportunities to grow, and flex your creative muscle in a consumer driven model?
Then Saavi Services for the blind is looking for you.


Seeking a cane training instructor to

Essential Functions

  *   Evaluate the student's skill level and provide training based on their needs.
  *   Teach using Structured Discovery and NOMC-based approved methodologies
  *   Facilitate one-on-one and multi student environment lessons.
  *   Plan lessons geared towards transferability that students are able to take with them in their lives and future career goals
  *   Participate in outings where promotion of the cane and non-visual training is required.
  *   Provide direct instruction with travel and navigational applications.
  *   Teach the difference between different types of canes and promote a positive outlook of the usage of canes in the everyday life geared towards self-reliance and independence.
Requirements

  *   NOMC, COMS certification or equivalent
  *   Or have at least 5 years of experience in the field of teaching Orientation and Mobility, and willing to work towards their NOMC apprenticeship upon employment.
  *   Able to teach using structure discovery methodology,
  *   Experience teaching students with secondary disabilities and adapt the curriculum based on their needs including working with PT's, OTs, and other specialists.
  *   Able to demonstrate proficiency with a cane under learning shades.
Salary range is between $50,000-$57,000
Benefits include

  *   Health and dental insurance
  *   Generous time off package
  *   Matching 401K
  *   Short-term disability
  *   Free access to BetterHelp therapy
  *   Additional supplemental insurances
  *   Access to an on-site gym with personal trainer support
  *   Opportunities for growth
  *   Paid trainings and certifications available
Come join our thriving community of likeminded people who share a positive philosophy of blindness.
For more information, please contact Joanne Williams  jwilliams at saavi.us<mailto:jwilliams at saavi.us>.









Amy Porterfield, She/Her

President,
Saavi Services for the blind
520-795-1331 EXT 321
aporterfield at saavi.us<mailto:aporterfield at saavi.us>
www.saavi.us<http://www.saavi.us/>

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