Early Childhood Teacher (D/HH) - Early Learning

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Education Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Job summary

Ohio School for the Deaf seeks an Early Childhood Teacher (D/HH) to educate preschoolers aged 3-5 with hearing loss or visual impairments at the ELC. The role emphasizes social, emotional, and educational development through hands-on activities.

Applicants must hold valid Ohio teaching licensure and meet SLPI requirements within a year of hire; a Grow Your Own pathway is available. Benefits reflect state program offerings and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain valid Ohio teaching licensure for grade level, subject area or special class assignment.
• The Ohio School for the Deaf has a Grow Your Own program; applicants may be considered if licensure path is indicated.
• Must demonstrate Advanced SLPI within one year of hire; intermediate level minimum at hire.
• Preferred early learning and/or special education knowledge (multiple disabilities).

Responsibilities

• Teach young students who are Deaf/HH at preschool level.
• Support development of social, emotional and developmentally appropriate skills.
• Use hands-on activities to engage children with varied strengths and needs.

Skills

Education

Educational Support

Adaptability

Developing Others

Emotional Intelligence

Leading Others

Presenting

Education

Ohio Teaching Licensure

Job description

Job Description - Early Childhood Teacher (D/HH) - Early Learning (2600072B)

Early Childhood Teacher (D/HH) - Early Learning ( 2600072B )

Organization

Ohio School for the Deaf

Agency Contact Name and Information : Kimberly Basil; [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Oct 2, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Ohio School for the Deaf 500 Morse Road Columbus 43214

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : In accordance with OEA ODBES teacher scale

Schedule

Full-time

Union : OEA/Scope

Primary Job Skill

Education

Technical Skills : Education, Educational support

Professional Skills : Adaptability, Developing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Leading Others, Presenting

Agency Overview

Here at theAlice Cogswell Center (ACC) andEarly Learning Center (ELC), we follow a child centered approach. At the ELC, weserve childrenages 3-5with 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 along the way. We provide the opportunity for children to try 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. Inall ofthese areas, we strive to build strong values in our children, self-esteem and respect and caring for others.

Job Description

The Early Learning Center is currently 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, developmentally appropriate skills.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• 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 ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Must maintain valid Ohio teaching licensure for grade level, subject area or special class assignment

OR

The Ohio School for the Deaf has a strong Grow Your Own program. Applicants will be considered if qualifications indicate a path to licensure for the above license.

Must demonstrate Advanced level on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within one year of hire, Intermediate level minimum requirement at hire.

Preferred early learning childhood experience and/or special education knowledge (multiple disabilities).

May be required to seek van certification.

Job Skills:Education,Educational Support, Adaptability, Developing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Leading Others, Presenting

Supplemental Information

• The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age (40 years or older), genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status, in making employment-related decisions about an individual.

• The Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Kimberly Basil at 614-644-5968 or [e-mail] .

• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to submit a urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for a position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.