Instructional Aide - Blind School

Instructional Aide – Blind School (260004DY)

Organization:
Ohio School for the Blind

Work Location:

Ohio School for the Blind, 5220 North High St, Columbus, OH 43214

Primary

Location:

United States of America – Ohio – Franklin County – Columbus

Compensation: $21.19

Schedule:

Full-time

Union: OCSEA

The Ohio State School for the Blind is seeking dynamic applicants with a passion for supporting students who are diverse learners.

We are offering three vacancies for Instructional Aides who will assist teachers in delivering specialized instruction to students who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, or have multiple disabilities.

• Assist teachers in academic instruction across core subjects and vocational/daily living skills.
• Provide tutoring, facilitate group or individual lessons, and support instructional delivery in collaboration with teachers.
• Ensure safety and well‑being of students; counsel as needed for educational, emotional, physical, or personal needs.
• Monitor discipline and student compliance with school and IEP rules.
• Support proper use of adaptive technology and language enrichment services.
• Accompany students during meals and coordinate transportation (field trips, bus drop–off, escort to/from transport).
• Operate motor vehicle when escorting or transporting students.
• Implement teacher‑provided lesson plans in teacher absences to maintain instruction continuity.
• Assist in preparation and creation of lesson plans, assembling instructional materials, setting up classroom, taking attendance, grading, and setting up accessible equipment.
• Prepare and maintain instructional media, operate classroom technology, edit audio/video materials, and assist in visual lesson development.
• Assist in maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Assist in IEP meeting preparation, compile data, and provide documentation on student progress.
• Participate in conferences and inter‑disciplinary meetings.
• Perform clerical tasks such as translating, typing, duplicating lesson plans, maintaining student records, and managing classroom supplies.

• Current Educational Aide Permit issued by the State Board of Education.
• 12 months current teaching assistance experience.
• Intermediate level on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) required upon hire for positions at the Ohio School for the Deaf; advanced level required within one year for those positions.

Renew Educational Aide Permit in accordance with State Board of Education rules and regulations.

Obtain CPR and first aid certification within one year of hire.

Obtain appropriate van certification if required for transportation duties.

May work evenings and/or weekends; may work outdoors exposed to weather; may encounter aggressive or unpredictable behavior, handling human waste, or exposure to infectious diseases.

• Education
• Educational support
• Developing others
• Establishing relationships

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off (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, and HPRS) and optional deferred compensation

• This position follows the school year calendar.
• 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, military status, disability, age (40 years or older), genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status.
• The Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations may be requested at 614‑644‑5968 or basil.gov.
• Final candidates must submit an urinalysis for drug testing prior to a job‑appointment. A verified positive result will disqualify the applicant for a period of one year.

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 and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.