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Para Professional – Part Time (mornings only)

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION POSTING DATE: May 2, 2025 – until filled POSITION: Para Professional – Part Time (mornings only)/9 months – Shelby Hills Preschool (Sidney location)  QUALIFICATIONS: High School Graduate.  Ohio Department of Education & Workforce Educational Aide Permit required, or willingness to obtain (The Board of DD will provide guidance for the licensure process if… Read more »

Preschool Instructor (Jackson Center Classroom)

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION POSTING DATE: May 2, 2025 – until filled POSITION: Preschool Instructor–9 Month/Full-Time at Shelby Hills Preschool (JACKSON CENTER Classroom) QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education or General Education. Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW) Early Childhood Intervention Specialist License preferred; OR Kindergarten Primary or Kindergarten Elementary… Read more »

Eligibility Coordinator

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION POSTING DATE: May 2, 2025 until filled POSITION: Eligibility Coordinator – Responsible for coordinating and conducting comprehensive eligibility determinations for individuals seeking services though the Shelby County Board of DD.    QUALIFICATIONS:     Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree required – preferably in a human services related field.  Ability to obtain and maintain SSA Certification… Read more »

Preschool and Childcare Director

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION POSTING DATE:  April 22, 2025 – until filled POSITION: Preschool and Childcare Director QUALIFICATIONS:   Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education required. Master’s Degree preferred.     Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW) license required. Acceptable licensure types may include the following: Valid administrator educator license or valid principal license for grades pre-kindergarten… Read more »

Full Time Para Professional – Shelby Hills Preschool Classroom (Sidney Location)

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION POSTING DATE:  March 31, 2025 – until filled POSITION: Full Time Para Professional – Shelby Hills Preschool Classroom (Sidney Location)  QUALIFICATIONS:  High School Graduate.  Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW) Aide Permit, or willingness to obtain (The Board of DD will provide guidance for the certification process if needed).  Successful completion of a… Read more »

2025-2026 Typical Preschool Application

Preschool Application

Applications may be submitted securely online for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old for the 2025-2026 school year using the link below. If you do not have a computer or internet, please call 937-658-6709 to reserve a computer at the Sidney center. Typical Preschool Application

SCBDD’s Commitment to Accessible Homes

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Written by: Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning Did you know that one of the priorities of the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities have the same access to safe, appropriate housing as everyone else? This goal is at the heart of what we do, and we use a… Read more »

SCBDD’S Berning Retires After 40-Year Career

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After 40 years of dedicated service to children and families, Alison Berning, Early Intervention Speech Therapist at the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities, is retiring. Throughout her distinguished career, Alison has made a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals and has been an integral part of the Shelby County Developmental Disabilities community…. Read more »

2025-2026 Typical Preschool Applications

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Applications can be submitted securely online for preschoolers ages 3-5 years old for the 2025-2026 school year beginning Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 8:00 A.M. The application will close for initial registrations on March 20, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.  Please review the frequently asked questions for additional information. If you do not have a computer… Read more »

Substitute Positions

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS Position Duties Qualifications Preschool Teacher Substitutes Shelby Hills Preschool $16.00 per hour Follow pre-determined lesson plans in accordance with individual IEP goals and objectives. Assure student safety in the classroom, on the playground, and loading/unloading of vehicles. Other general Instructor duties. Minimum of a HS diploma.  ODEW Substitute Teaching License required…. Read more »