Preschool Teacher Jobs in Lawrence, 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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Preschool Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (14 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Woburn, MA (14 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

childhood education college classes at no cost through our unique partnership with EEC....

Toddler Teacher

  • Boxborough, MA (23 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Boxborough, MA (23 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons policies, procedures and guidance...

Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion Gr. K1 [Long-Term Substitute] (SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago

THIS IS A LONG-TERM SUB POSITION that is expected to start on 11/26/2025 and end on 03/19/2026. Please note that all substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long-term...

Special Education Teacher, Early Childhood Campus

  • Somerville, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (22 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Who Are We? Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a highly successful urban PK-12 public school located in Somerville and Cambridge. We enroll over 1,100 students from cities and towns...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Danvers, MA (13 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (13 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago

This position requires a strong understanding of early childhood education principles and the ability to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive atmosphere for all students.Kids at Play is a family...

Preschool Teachers Aide

  • Malden, MA (19 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malden, MA (19 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Preschool Teacher's Aide Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston Cheverus Elementary - Malden, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5306542 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Yesterday Starting...

Early Childhood Teacher's Assistant

  • Brighton, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brighton, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Saint Columbkille Partnership SchoolEarly Childhood Teacher's AssistantSaint Columbkille Partnership School, located in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston, educates students aged 2.9 years...

Early Childhood Education Teacher (SY 2025-2026)

  • Lawrence, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawrence, 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...

Preschool Teacher's Aide

  • Malden, MA (19 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Malden, MA (19 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Cheverus Catholic School in Malden, MA is looking for an energetic, reliable individual to be a classroom aide at Cheverus. An ideal candidate will have the following qualities:Willingness to take...

Pre Kindergarten Teacher

  • Burlington, MA (14 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (14 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 5 days ago

childhood education and seeking an opportunity to make a difference?...

Pre-K Teacher

  • Lawrence, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA
  • 5 days ago

Pre-K Teacher Lawrence Public Schools John Breen School - Lawrence, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:4395355 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Re-Posted:Jul 22, 2025 Starting Date:Aug 20,...

Full-Time Preschool Teacher

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 7 days ago

If you have experience in child care, a love for early childhood education, and a desire to make a lasting impact, wed love to hear from you!...

Preschool/Toddler Teacher

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 7 days ago

At Little Sprouts LLC, we value educators and are committed to meaningful change. We offer generous benefits, including a paid week off between Christmas and New Years, extended time off around...

Preschool Teacher

  • Wilmington, MA (9 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (9 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 7 days ago

At Little Sprouts LLC, we value educators and are committed to meaningful change. We offer generous benefits, including a paid week off between Christmas and New Years, extended time off around...

Lead Toddler Teacher

  • Peabody, MA (15 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Peabody, MA (15 miles from Lawrence, MA)
  • 8 days ago

At Magical Beginnings Early Learning Center , we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, enriching, and safe early childhood education environment where young children thrive....

Demographic Data for Lawrence, MA

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Lawrence, MA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Lawrence, 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
6.7%
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 Lawrence, 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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