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....

Goodtime Chinese School

Preschool Teacher

Ideal candidates will have: Previous experience teaching in a preschool setting A strong commitment to early childhood education The ability to work collaboratively in a bilingual learning environment...

Early Head Start Teacher - Baltimore County

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, theyve made about how they...

Early Childhood Classroom Teacher

  • Allentown, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 16 days ago

Childhood Education or a related field is preferred (Candidates actively enrolled in an Associates or Bachelors degree program will be considered) Strong understanding of child development principles...

Early Childhood Educator (Entry-Level)

  • Monument, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Monument, CO
  • 8 days ago

Childcare (nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor, etc.)...

Preschool Teacher (Group Supervisor)

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 3 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Toddler Teacher

  • Davis, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Davis, CA
  • 22 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...

Preschool Teacher

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ 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...

Preschool Teacher I $3000 Sign on Bonus

  • Largo, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Ability to plan, organize and conduct early childhood education programs. Ability to implement routine care for infants and toddlers in a responsive environment....

Infant Toddler Preschool Teacher $3000 Sign on Bonus (30184)

  • Largo, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Education: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; and A National Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) for Pre-school or Infant/Toddler Endorsement; if preschool CDA,...

Early Preschool Teacher

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 8 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

  • Los Gatos, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA
  • 11 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...

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 25 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...

Preschool Assistant Teacher

  • West Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • West Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago

A minimum of one of the following: High School Diploma or GED AND at least 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services...

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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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