Preschool Teacher Jobs in Essex, 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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0.6 FTE Special Education Preschool Teacher (Tuesday-Thursday) (One-Year)

  • Reading, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
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  • Reading, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • moments ago

SUMMARY : The Special Education Teacher is to help student learn subject matter and skills, subject to Special Education Laws, that will contribute to their educational development, in...

Preschool Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

Charles School in Woburn, MA is looking for a full-time preschool teacher to join its team beginning in September 2025. This teacher will lead a classroom of three- and four-year-olds.About St....

Integrated Preschool Teacher- Long Term Substitute

  • Ipswich, MA (4 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ipswich, MA (4 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Substitute Preschool Teacher for our Integrated Preschool program at Winthrop School....

Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. K1 (SEI Endorsement Required) [An

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. K1 (SEI Endorsement Required) [An Employer Boston Public Schools Location Boston, MA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer...

Preschool Teacher

  • Reading, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reading, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Development Calling all moms, babysitters, professional teachers, CDA's, Early Childhood Development, students, retirees, and new college grads!...

Assistant Preschool Teacher

  • Reading, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reading, MA (17 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Work in our infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-K classrooms....

Early Childhood Education Teacher- First Grade (SY 2025-2026)

  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Childhood Education K1-2nd Grade or Elementary Education 1- 6th Grade is preferred Previous experience working with school-aged children is preferred Ability to demonstrate skills in collaborative...

Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. K2 - Ext Day (SEI Endorsement Req

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. K2 - Ext Day (SEI Endorsement Req Employer Boston Public Schools Location Boston, MA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer...

Part-time Preschool Teacher

  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Childhood Education or related field, preferred Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus; ability to communicate effectively both orally and written....

Part-Time Preschool Teachers (2)

  • Tewksbury, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Tewksbury Public Schools is seeking two (2) Part-Time Preschool Teachers for the Community Services Preschool Program, up to 19.75 hours per week, effective August 25, 2025....

Certified Early Childhood Educator

  • Middleton, MA (12 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middleton, MA (12 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago

childhood education What Youll Need High School Diploma required ; Associates or Bachelor's in ECE preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) a plus 12 years of experience in a licensed childcare...

EEC Certified Toddler Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred Has successfully...

EEC Certified Toddler/Preschool Teacher

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 6 days ago

EEC Certified Toddler/Preschool Teacher (Boston) 530 commonweath Ave near Beacon St compensation: Negotiable employment type: experience level: mid level job title: EEC Certified Toddler/Preschool Teacher...

Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. K1 (SEI Endorsement Required) [Anticipated Vacancy] (SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 7 days ago

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 11/03/2025. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day...

Preschool Teacher - PreK

  • Arlington, MA (24 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (24 miles from Essex, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Preschool Teacher - PreKGeneral Duties and Responsibilities:We are seeking a qualified Preschool Teacher for a PreK classroom to help develop the social and emotional growth of our students....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Essex, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Essex, MA 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 Essex, 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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