Early Childhood Teacher (D/HH) - Early Learning Services
Organization: Ohio Deaf & Blind Edu Services Agency. Contact: Kimberly Basil; human.resources@osdb.oh.gov. Work Location: 500 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214. Compensation: In accordance with OEA ODBES teacher scale. Schedule: Permanent, Full Time, Monday–Friday, 1st Shift. Classified Indicator: Classified. Union: OEA. Scope: Primary Job Skill: Education.
About the Role
At the Alice Cogswell Center (ACC) and Early Learning Center (ELC), we follow a child‑centered approach. The ELC serves children ages 3–5 with hearing loss and students with visual impairments. Each child has a unique personality and their own strengths. We respect and encourage each child on their path to learn and grow socially, emotionally, physically, and educationally. We believe children grow and develop best when given hands‑on activities where they can explore and try new things with support and encouragement. We provide a variety of learning experiences throughout the day: fine and gross motor, art, language and literacy, math, and other large and small group activities where we practice valuable communication skills. In all areas, we strive to build strong values, self‑esteem, and respect and caring for others.
Responsibilities
The Early Learning Center is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to teach young students who are Deaf/HH subject matter at a preschool level and support development of social, emotional, and developmentally appropriate skills.
Qualifications
- Must maintain valid Ohio teaching licensure for grade level, subject area, or special class assignment OR demonstrate a path to licensure through the Ohio School for the Deaf’s Grow Your Own program.
- Must demonstrate Advanced level on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within one year of hire; Intermediate level minimum required at hire.
- Preferred early learning childhood experience and/or special education knowledge (multiple disabilities).
- May be required to seek van certification.
- Final candidate must submit a urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointment; a verified positive result will decline the offer and bar consideration for State of Ohio positions for one year.
Skills
- Education
- Educational Support
- Adaptability
- Developing Others
- Emotional Intelligence
- Leading Others
- Presenting
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
- Education and development opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public retirement systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) and optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Benefits eligibility depends on a number of factors; the agency contact can provide specific information for this position.
Pay
In accordance with OEA ODBES teacher scale.
Schedule
Permanent, Full Time. Monday–Friday, 1st Shift.