Preschool Teacher Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Preschool Teacher plays a crucial role in elementary education, providing early childhood education and care to children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. They are responsible for creating lesson plans and curricula focused on different areas of child development, such as language, motor, and social skills. They use games, storytelling, arts and crafts, music, and physical activities to engage children and make learning fun. Preschool Teachers also monitor and assess a child's progress, while ensuring a safe and comfortable learning environment.

Preschool Teachers should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and co-workers. They should be patient, creative, and have the ability to inspire and motivate children. A degree in early childhood education is typically required. They also need to have specific certifications like a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) credentials. Before becoming a Preschool Teacher, individuals might work as a childcare worker, teacher's aide, or even as a nanny, which offers valuable experience in managing and caring for children.

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Preschool Teacher

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago

childhood education units shall include courses that cover the general areas of early child development, child, family, and community, and program/curriculum or a bachelors degree in child development...

Early Preschool Teacher

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

What We Are Looking For Educational background with 12 semesters or 18 quarter early childhood education units shall include courses that cover the general areas of early child development, child, family...

Preschool Teacher-Multi-Classroom

  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 days ago

Development Prior experience in a preschool setting preferred Strong communication and collaboration skills Professional, dependable, and flexible Passion for working with young children What We Offer...

Play 'N' Learn Preschool is Hiring! Infant & Preschool Teacher and Aid Positions Available Are you passionate about early childhood education?...

Preschool Teacher - Palo Alto Campus

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: Palo Alto Campus Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time At Learn And Play Montessori Schools, we are bringing heart back into education. We are building a connected...

Toddler Teacher

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

childhood education and preschool settings preferred At Primrose School of Pleasanton we believe that who children are is just as important as who they become....

Preschool Teacher

  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED 12 or more core units in Early Childhood Education Required. Work experience in a licensed child care facility as a preschool or prekindergarten teacher....

Preschool Teacher - Pleasanton Campus

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Location: Pleasanton Campus Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time At Learn And Play Montessori Schools, we are bringing heart back into education. We are building a connected...

Preschool Teacher- San Carlos Campus

  • San Carlos, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Location: San Carlos Campus Pay Range: 23.00 - 26.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time At Learn And Play Montessori Schools, we are bringing heart back into education. We are building a connected...

Preschool Teacher - Milpitas Campus

  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Location: Milpitas Campus Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time At Learn And Play Montessori Schools, we are bringing heart back into education. We are building a connected...

Preschool Teacher - 1 Full timeVacancy (8 hours/day)

  • San Carlos, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 9 days ago

See attachment on original job posting 24 Early Childhood Education (ECE) Units required A complete Edjoin application is required; including three professional references 24 Early Childhood Education...

daycare Preschool Teacher for childcare center

  • San Jose, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED 12 or more core units in Early Childhood Education Required. Work experience in a licensed child care facility as a preschool or prekindergarten teacher....

Early Childhood Teacher (Infants- Preschool)

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Development units completed required: Child Development, Child, Family, and Community, Introduction to Curriculum, and Principles and Practices....

Preschool Teacher

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Work patiently with students, parents, and coworkers Qualifications High School diploma or GED Have 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of early childhood education Ability to pass a background check...

Early Learning Teacher Aide

  • San Jose, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 21 days ago

Completion of 6 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
High School or GED
6.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Preschool Teachers in San Jose, CA
Less than 1 year
34.7%
1-2 years
32.5%
None
16.2%
2-4 years
13.8%
4-6 years
2.8%


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