Preschool Teacher Jobs in Lincoln, 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.

1-11 of 11 Jobs

Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher

  • Rocklin, CA (10 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (10 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 6 days ago

associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool...

Lead Preschool/Pre K Teacher

  • Rocklin, CA (10 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (10 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 6 days ago

associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool...

Lead Preschool and Pre Kindergarten Teacher

  • Roseville, CA (13 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (13 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 6 days ago

associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool...

Preschool Teacher @ April Lane School

  • Yuba City, CA (16 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Yuba City, CA (16 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Openings as of 6/15/2025 Preschool Teacher @ April Lane School JobID: 3969 Position Type: Certificated/Preschool Teacher Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: April Lane Elementary (K-5) Postings current...

Child Development Teacher @ RVHS

  • Yuba City, CA (16 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Yuba City, CA (16 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Openings as of 6/15/2025 Child Development Teacher @ RVHS JobID: 3945 Position Type: Certificated/Teacher HS CTE Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: River Valley High School Postings current as of 6/15/...

Preschool Teacher II, III (46609)

  • Marysville, CA (17 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Marysville, CA (17 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Level III Bachelor Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or related field with 24 units of ECE....

Assistant Toddler Teacher

  • El Dorado Hills, CA (21 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (21 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 20 days ago

If you have the following, we would love to speak with you: High School Diploma or GED Experience in Early Childhood Education in a certified child development center Prior experience with toddler and...

Preschool Teacher

  • Roseville, CA (13 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (13 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

AND Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher-level degree supplemented by completion of nine (9) units in early childhood education, recreation, physical education...

Lead Toddler Teacher

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (22 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (22 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

You must have at least 12 core ECE units and an infant class, preferably an AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or Child Development....

Preschool Teacher II (45973)

  • Yuba City, CA (16 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Yuba City, CA (16 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Level II: Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and minimum one-year experience (minimum 3 hours/day for 50 days within 6 months period is...

SDC PRESCHOOL TEACHER : (2025-26, $3,000 stipend added to base salary)

  • Marysville, CA (17 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marysville, CA (17 miles from Lincoln, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Marysville Joint Unified School District (MJUSD) prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity,...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Lincoln, CA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Lincoln, 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
6.8%
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 Lincoln, 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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