Preschool Teacher Jobs in Alabama

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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Teacher - Early Childhood Programs

  • Mobile, AL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 12 hours ago

Assists The Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education, Teaching, Learning and Assessments and Pre-K school staff in curriculum development....

Preschool Teacher -Knowledge Head Start (Cherokee County)

  • Centre, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Centre, AL
  • 1 day ago

Credentials/Experience Must have a minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field with 9 hours of concentrated coursework and experience working in a...

Head Start Teacher

  • Childersburg, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Childersburg, AL
  • 3 days ago

Must possess at least a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a regionally accredited institution....

Early Head Start Teacher

  • Anniston, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Anniston, AL
  • 3 days ago

Must possess at least a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a regionally accredited institution....

Preschool Teacher -UAH ELC (Madison County)

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 4 days ago

Credentials/Experience Must have a minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field with 9 hours of concentrated coursework and experience working in a...

Toddler and Preschool Teachers

  • Madison, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 6 days ago

As a Preschool Teacher at APrimrose School of Madison West (West Campus), you'll create a fun, safe environment with a daily schedule designed to develop children's confidence and independence....

Teacher - Prekindergarten - Various Schools

  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a Valid Alabama Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education. Duty Days187 Salary Range: From/ToAs per State Salary Matrix, depending on degree and experience....

Toddler Teacher

  • Auburn, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 17 days ago

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

Early Head Start Teacher-Tanner Head Start (Limestone County)

  • Athens, AL
  • 23 days ago
  • Athens, AL
  • 23 days ago

Credentials/Experience: Must have a minimum of a Child Development Associate, CDA, with experience working with young children. AA or BS degree is Early Childhood or related field, preferred....

Entry-level Preschool Toddler Teacher

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 27 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 27 days ago

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

Preschool - Toddler Teacher

  • Madison, AL
  • 27 days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 27 days ago

We are seeking enthusiastic preschool teachers who want to make a difference and put their talents to use....

Early Head Start Teacher-YMCA-NW Location EHS CCP (Huntsville, AL.)

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a college or university accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), preferred, or age appropriate...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Dothan, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with young children and a degree in education or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is preferred....

Entry-level Preschool Teacher

  • Auburn, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 30+ days ago

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

Preschool Teacher

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from an accredited institution, preferred. Work experience in a child development center, required....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Alabama

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Alabama 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 in Alabama
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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