Preschool Teacher Jobs in Littleton, 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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Floating Preschool Assistant Teacher

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Qualifications + Minimum of 18 years of age + DEEC Teacher qualified preferred + Willingness to enroll in an Associate Early Childhood Education (ECE) degree program + Ability to work with families...

Preschool Assistant Teacher Afternoon - Fall 2025

  • Concord, MA (8 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (8 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Preschool Assistant Teacher Afternoon - Fall 2025 Concord Carousel Preschool has an opportunity for a caring and energetic assistant teacher to join our team of educators....

Integrated Preschool Teacher - Long-Term Substitute

  • Dracut, MA (13 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dracut, MA (13 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

The Brookside Elementary School is seeking a long-term substitute integrated preschool teacher to cover a leave of absence from approximately September 2, 2025 through October 17, 2025....

Early Preschool Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (16 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woburn, MA (16 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

childhood education and preschool settings preferred At Primrose School of Woburn we believe that who children are is just as important as who they become....

Pre Kindergarten Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (16 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woburn, MA (16 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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

0.6 FTE Special Education Preschool Teacher (Tuesday-Thursday) (One-Year)

  • Reading, MA (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, MA (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Lead Childcare Teacher

  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Our reputation for providing high-quality early childhood education speaks for itself....

Preschool Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (16 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (16 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 2 days 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....

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

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 4 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 (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reading, MA (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 5 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 (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reading, MA (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Preschool Teacher

  • Newton, MA (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton, MA (19 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Full-time and part-time positions are available with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers....

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

  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (20 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 6 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

  • Sudbury, MA (10 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA (10 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Preschool teacher

  • Dracut, MA (13 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dracut, MA (13 miles from Littleton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

un Preschool teacher (Dracut) Kids on Track Preschool 195 gerrish ave compensation: $20-$25.00 employment type: experience level: entry level job title: preschool teacher Certified preschool teacher...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Littleton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Littleton, 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 Littleton, 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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