Preschool Teacher Jobs in Poway, 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

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 2 days ago

This is an incredible opportunity for an ambitious, experienced preschool teacher who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering excellence in early childhood education....

Preschool Teacher - Alexa's PLAYC

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Development are required: 3 units in Child, Family and Community, 3 units in Child Development 101, 3 units in Curriculum, and 3 units in any other child development course Must be able to read, write...

Lead Early Preschool Teacher - Childtime, New Salem St

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Preschool Teacher - 6:1 Ratio - Small Classroom Size GUARANTEED

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Must possess and maintain a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit. Must meet ongoing educational requirements to qualify for child development permit/CDA requirements....

Early Childhood Educator Aide

  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Ability to follow regulations, policies and procedures of the California Department of Education, Funding Terms and Conditions (Title 5), Child Development Division, the Department of Social Services...

Preschool Teacher

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Preschool Teacher (Tierrasanta) Panda Bear Preschool 4998 Via Valarta compensation: $21.00-$25.00/hr. employment type: job title: Preschool Teacher Preschool Teacher Panda Bear Preschool is seeking...

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Free food & snacks Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Brand new location located in beautiful...

Preschool Teacher Floater (Fully Qualified)

  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Preschool Teacher

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Apply Description TITLE: Preschool Teachers (2 or 3-year-old) STATUS/HOURS: Full Time or Part Time hours: M-F, (includes benefits, paid vacation days, paid holidays including Christmas break and Spring...

Child Care Lead Toddler Teacher - Childtime, Lake Park Way

  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education units....

Preschool Teacher Infants

  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Preschool Teacher (Fully Qualified)

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Preschool Teacher

  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Must possess and maintain a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit. Must meet ongoing educational requirements to qualify for child development permit/CDA requirements....

Assistant Toddler Teacher-Montessori Preferred

  • Chula Vista, CA (24 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (24 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 23 days ago

If you have the following, we would love to speak with you: Experience in Early Childhood Education in a certified child development center Being able to Speak and understand Spanish and English is...

Part Time Preschool Teacher

  • El Cajon, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (16 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Childhood Education (ECE) Units Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for Community Care Licensing is a condition of employment) Experience teaching in a preschool classroom Positive professional...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Poway, CA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Poway, 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 Poway, 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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