Preschool Teacher for Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Learners

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

11 paid holidays per year

Education and Development Funds

Public Retirement Systems

Job summary

Ohio Deaf & Blind Education Services (ODBES) is seeking a dedicated teacher to work with Deaf/HH preschool students at ACC/ELC. The role focuses on developing early literacy, communication and social skills in a loving, child-centered setting.

The position requires Ohio teaching licensure or a Grow Your Own pathway, SLPI proficiency within a year, and experience in early childhood or special education is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site role in Columbus, OH.

Qualifications

• Must maintain valid Ohio teaching licensure for grade level, subject area or special class assignment.
• Grow Your Own program path to licensure is acceptable.
• Advanced level on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within one year of hire; intermediate level minimum at hire.
• Preferred early learning childhood experience and/or special education knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Teach preschool-level content to Deaf/HH students.
• Support development of social, emotional and developmental skills.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and assessments for early learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to support student growth.

Skills

Education

Educational Support

Adaptability

Developing Others

Emotional Intelligence

Leading Others

Presenting

Education

Ohio teaching licensure

Grow Your Own licensure path

Job description

Ohio Deaf & Blind Education Services (ODBES) is seeking a dedicated teacher to work with Deaf/HH preschool students at ACC/ELC. The role focuses on developing early literacy, communication and social skills in a loving, child-centered setting.

The position requires Ohio teaching licensure or a Grow Your Own pathway, SLPI proficiency within a year, and experience in early childhood or special education is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site role in Columbus, OH.