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

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Early Learning Center is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to teach preschool-level subject matter to young Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and support their social, emotional, and developmentally appropriate skill development. The center serves children ages 3–5 with hearing loss, as well as students with visual impairments, using a child-centered approach that encourages hands-on exploration, learning, and growth.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Early learning childhood experience.
• Knowledge of special education, including multiple disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach preschool-level subject matter to young Deaf/Hard of Hearing students.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and developmentally appropriate skill development.

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.
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

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