Preschool Teacher Jobs

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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Celebree School

Preschool Teacher

Those with an AA or BA in early childhood education or an AA or BA in an unrelated field + the above requirements preferred. MD State Credential Level 5...

Celebree School

Pre School Teacher

Education/Experience: Ideal candidate will have an AA(or credit equivalent) degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, Psychology, Child Development, Family Studies or a similar discipline....

Summit School Early Learning Center delivers early childhood education in a way that respects each child as an individual, fosters each child's strengths, and delivers positive learning experiences...

Preschool Teacher SY 25-26

  • Roseville, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • 6 hours 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...

Child Development Teacher PRN

  • St George, UT
  • moments ago
  • St George, UT
  • moments ago

Warmly interacts with children using approved early childhood education standards and immediately attends to their physical and emotional needs....

Kindergarten / Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Miami, FL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 2 hours ago

This school is seeking candidates for these full-time, on-site positions who are: Mission-Driven Resourceful Caring Positions include Lead Teachers at the Kindergarten and Preschool grade levels....

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher - (Child Development) - 25/26 SY

  • Algonquin, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Algonquin, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Development Duties and Responsibilities: Pick up district issued computer in August 2025....

Vacancy - Teacher of Preschool

  • Hazlet, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Hazlet, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

TEACHER Preschool Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Applicants for the above position must hold a New Jersey Teaching certification with the following endorsement: CODE ENDORSEMENT 1013...

TEACHER-TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Preschool Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Applicants for the above position must hold a New Jersey Teaching certification with the following...

Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood

  • Herculaneum, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Herculaneum, MO
  • 3 hours ago

Employees will be offered, on a fee basis, in-district childcare for ages birth through two, with preschool available from ages 3 to 5....

Energetic and Fun Toddler Teacher for Private Daycare

  • Broadview Heights, OH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH
  • 7 hours ago

The ability to manage a classroom of up to 8 children with a fun, loving, positive attitude Passionate about Early Childhood Education Creative, Collaborative, Engaging and Nurturing Must be able to...

Preschool Teacher

  • Haymarket, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Haymarket, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Position: Preschool Teacher As a Preschool Teacher, you'll embark on an exciting journey of discovery alongside our little learners....

Preschool Assistant Teacher

  • Cumming, GA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cumming, GA
  • 7 hours ago

30028 Calling All Passionate Individuals: Become an Early Childhood Preschool Teacher!...

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 7 hours ago

Daycare, Child care, Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Education, Childcare Teacher, Early Childhood Educator, Education, Childcare Center, Preschool Assistant, Childcare Director, Childcare Worker...

Early Childhood Teacher- 25/26 School Year

  • SC
  • 7 hours ago
  • SC
  • 7 hours ago

Early Childhood Teacher- 25/26 School Year Employer Amergis Educational Staffing Location Marion, SC, US Salary $1675 / Week categories Employer Amergis Educational Staffing Location Marion, SC,...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
High School or GED
6.8%
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
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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