Preschool Teacher Jobs in Kansas

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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Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 hours ago

Daycare, Child care, Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Education, Childcare Teacher, Early Childhood Educator, Education, Childcare Center, Preschool Assistant, Childcare Director, Childcare Worker...

Preschool Teacher (2025-26)

  • Garden City, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 1 day ago

Developing students' academic skills through courses of study and implementing district approved curriculum; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing feedback regarding student...

PreSchool Teachers Aide - Full Time

  • Abilene, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Abilene, KS
  • 2 days ago

Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred....

Preschool Teacher - The Center

  • Girard, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Girard, KS
  • 3 days ago

Advanced training in best practices in early childhood education. RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Functions: Providing high-quality PreK programming in a collaborative environment....

4-Yr old Preschool Teacher Aide

  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago

To accomplish these tasks, the 4-Yr old Preschool Teacher Aides works closely with the staff and administration of the district....

Early Childhood Teacher $5k Sign on Bonus

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 3 days ago

Early Childhood Teacher - AdventHealth Shawnee Mission All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: $5000 Sign-On Bonus Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One Tuition...

Classroom Teacher - Head Start

  • Wellington, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Wellington, KS
  • 4 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: is looking for a candidate to fill an opening for full-day HeadStart classroom teacher position. The days the position is required towork...

Classroom Teacher-Pre-K SPED

  • Wellington, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Wellington, KS
  • 4 days ago

**QualificationsEducation requirements for the position- A current Kansas teaching license in elementary education or early childhood education.- A valid driver\'s license.Preferred education requirements...

Pre School Teacher

  • Hutchinson, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Hutchinson, KS
  • 5 days ago

Pre School Teacher Hutchinson USD 308 www.usd308.com Hutchinson Public Schools has an opening for a Certified Pre School Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. A current Kansas teaching license...

Preschool Teacher

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 6 days ago

daycare required Child Development Associate or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related preferred High school diploma or equivalent Must be at least 18 years old...

3 Year Old Preschool Teacher

  • Holcomb, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Holcomb, KS
  • 7 days ago

3 Year Old Preschool Teacher Holcomb USD 363 www.USD363.com USD 363 is accepting applications for a 3 Year Old Teacher for the 2025- 2026 school year....

Childcare Teacher-Closing Shift

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 8 days ago

Build a brighter future for all children. Teaching is more than a job. It's an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in children-all while helping them develop a lifelong love...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Maize, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Maize, KS
  • 14 days ago

Early Childhood Teacher Maize USD 266 www.usd266.com Maize Early Childhood Center is seeking a teacher for the 2025-26 school year. If you have a passion for 3 and 4 year olds, this is the...

Preschool Teacher

  • Randolph, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Randolph, KS
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (or associate degree with a child development credential depending on program requirements)....

Preschool Teacher

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 14 days ago

Must have completed a minimum of 12 college hours of early childhood coursework; an Associates' Degree in Early Childhood Education, CDA, or Bachelors of Arts in Early Childhood Education is preferred...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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