Preschool Teacher Jobs in Buzzards Bay, MA

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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Early Childhood Teacher

  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Assists Lead Teacher in planning and implementing a high-quality active learning program for infant/toddler-aged or preschool children....

Lead Preschool Teachers

  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, associate, or baccalaureate degree....

EEC Certified Toddler/Preschool Teacher

  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Development Associate Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person...

Infant/Toddler Teacher

  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (19 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 14 days ago

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage...

Integrated Preschool Teacher (OYO)

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (21 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (21 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Integrated PreK Teacher to oversee and develop curriculum, IEP's, lesson plans, behavior plans,and individualized instructionThis is a one year only position

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Edgartown, MA (23 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Edgartown, MA (23 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 15 days ago

, and policies for Early Education and Nature Preschools, and Massachusetts Early Education and Care (EEC) and overall best practices in nature-based early childhood education....

Preschool Teacher

  • Edgartown, MA (23 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Edgartown, MA (23 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 15 days ago

The Preschool Teacher must have a love of nature and teaching outdoors....

Preschool Teacher/Integrated Preschool Program

  • Acushnet, MA (16 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Acushnet, MA (16 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 16 days ago

-Implement the instructional program as identified through the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district's curriculum. Maintain appropriate classroom environment with relation to discipline...

Preschool Teacher & Toddler Teacher

  • N Dartmouth, MA (22 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • N Dartmouth, MA (22 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Candidates MUST be EEC Preschool Teacher Certified and/or EEC Infant/Toddler Certified....

Early Childhood Classroom Teacher

  • Wareham, MA (6 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Wareham, MA (6 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 17 days ago

In collaboration with other professional and paraprofessional staff, this educator will work within the school setting to facilitate instruction for all students in a classroom setting....

Certified Preschool Teacher

  • Fairhaven, MA (15 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairhaven, MA (15 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking to hire a Certified Preschool Teacher to join our team! Full-time, Monday-Friday 7:45-2:30 p.m. If you are interested, please contact Sonia at ... to schedule an interview....

Multiple Preschool Teachers for Extended School Year Program

  • Vineyard Haven, MA (21 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (21 miles from Buzzards Bay, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Looking for multiple enthusiastic preschool teacher(s) with special education experience to plan and provide instruction to 8-12 studentsin a classroom in the Extended School Year program to be located...

Toddler Teacher

  • Buzzards Bay, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Buzzards Bay, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Preferred: Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Buzzards Bay, MA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Buzzards Bay, MA 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 Buzzards Bay, MA
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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