Early Childhood Teacher (D/HH) - Early Learning Services

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Early Learning Center is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to teach young students who are Deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH). The teacher will teach subject matter at the preschool level and support students’ social, emotional, and developmentally appropriate skills. The Center serves children ages 3–5 with hearing loss and students with visual impairments, using a child-centered approach that encourages learning through hands-on activities, exploration, and support. Learning experiences include fine and gross motor activities, art, language and literacy, math, and large- and small-group activities that build communication skills, self-esteem, respect, and care for others.

Requirements

• Maintain valid Ohio teaching licensure for the grade level, subject area, or special class assignment, or demonstrate a path to obtaining the required license through the Ohio School for the Deaf Grow Your Own program.
• Demonstrate at least an Intermediate level on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at hire.
• Demonstrate an Advanced level on the SLPI within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Early learning childhood experience and/or special education knowledge, including experience with multiple disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach preschool-level subject matter to young students who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and developmentally appropriate skills.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed