Preschool Teacher Jobs in San Juan Capistrano, 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 for Infant and Toddler Classroom

  • Tustin, CA (19 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (19 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Grace Harbor School follows the Christian philosophy of Grace Harbor Church and all relevant legislation, policies, procedures of the state of California Title 22 A Faithful Infant Preschool Teacher...

Preschool Teacher Twos (Fully Qualified)

  • Murrieta, CA (16 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Murrieta, CA (16 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 3 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....

Early Learning Educator I/II (Preschool Teacher)

  • Orange, CA (22 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA (22 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Requirements / Qualifications A) Child Development Teacher Permit with twenty-four units ECE/CD (Early Childhood Education/Child Development), including core courses, plus sixteen GE (General Education...

Preschool Teacher for Two Year Old Class

  • Tustin, CA (19 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (19 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience: Preschool Teacher: 1 year in a licensed child care facility (Required) Ability to Commute to Grace Harbor Church @ 12881 Newport Ave Tustin, CA 92780 Work Location: In person...

Mild/Moderate Preschool, Teacher - Mitchell Child Development - Temporary Contract - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Santa Ana, CA (21 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (21 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Santa Ana Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Please submit:1. Online EDJoin Application2. Cover Letter - Addressed to Jennifer Flores, Associate Superintendent of Human...

Co-lead/ Lead - Infant/Toddler/Preschool/Pre-k Teacher

  • Lake Forest, CA (9 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (9 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Childhood Education, Preschool, Daycare, Tutoring, Camp Counseling, Behavioral Therapy, Teaching, Infant/Toddler care, Pre-kindergarten/Pre-K teaching, Dance Instruction, Soccer Coaching, Babysitting...

Co Lead Preschool/Toddler Teacher

  • Ladera Ranch, CA (5 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ladera Ranch, CA (5 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education?...

Daycare Infant and Toddler Teacher - Childtime, La Plata Dr

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education units....

Toddler Teacher

  • Temecula, CA (23 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Temecula, CA (23 miles from San Juan Capistrano, 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....

Lead Toddler Teacher - Montessori

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 21 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 AMI or AMS Certification required...

Assistant Toddler Teacher

  • Ladera Ranch, CA (5 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Ladera Ranch, CA (5 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 27 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...

Experienced Preschool Teacher

  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oceanside, CA (22 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We seek a passionate, dedicated, Experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team....

Preschool Teacher

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 45+ 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 bachelor's degree in child development...

Preschool Teacher

  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (4 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (4 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum of 12 core semester units in Early Childhood Education plus 3 additional semester units in Infant/Toddler Units....

Early Childhood Preschool Teacher - Substitute

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from San Juan Capistrano, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college level coursework in early childhood education including 24 units in Early Childhood Education...

Demographic Data for San Juan Capistrano, CA

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in San Juan Capistrano, CA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in San Juan Capistrano, 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 San Juan Capistrano, 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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