Preschool Teacher Jobs in Nebraska

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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Childcare Assistant Toddler Teacher- Part-Time

  • Papillion, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Papillion, NE
  • 4 days ago

Child Care Assistant Toddler Teacher Whisperer Wanted! Our House Childrens Learning Center, Papillion, NE are on the hunt for an energetic, nurturing educator to join their team in the Toddler...

Preschool/Early-Childhood Teacher

  • Pawnee City, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Pawnee City, NE
  • 1 day ago

Applicants should be certified in early-childhood education, working toward it, or willing to add an endorsement in early-childhood education by passing the Praxis exam....

MSHS Preschool Teacher

  • Alliance, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Alliance, NE
  • 3 days ago

Must obtain a Child Development Associates credential within 24 months of hire....

Pre Kindergarten Teacher

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago

a licensed 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...

Lifegate Preschool Assistant Teacher - Full Time

  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications: Minimum requirements are valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate OR a bachelor's degree OR associate's degree in early childhood education, education or child/youth development OR a Child...

Preschool Teacher

  • Franklin, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Franklin, NE
  • 10 days ago

Franklin Public Schools has an opening for a full-time Preschool Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Experienced Infant/Toddler Teacher

  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago

Teacher to join our team....

Early Childhood Classroom Teacher

  • Norfolk, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Norfolk, NE
  • 14 days ago

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood Teacher REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university Valid, current Nebraska teaching certificate BA in Early Childhood...

Pre-K, Special Ed. Teacher - Early Childhood Programs

  • Fremont, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Fremont, NE
  • 14 days ago

FPS is accepting applications for a Pre-K/Special Education Teacher for the 25/26 school year! Compensation and Benefits: Minimum Annual Gross Take Home Pay (BA, Step 1) for 2025/26 is $51,305...

Pre-K Early Childhood Teacher - Signing bonus for New Teachers

  • Sutton, NE
  • 16 days ago
  • Sutton, NE
  • 16 days ago

Pre-K Early Childhood Teacher - Signing bonus for New Teachers!! Posted: March 16, 2025 Sutton Public Schools is seeking a Pre-K Early Childhood teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Early...

Nebraska Extension's Early Childhood team supports adults who play a role in young children's lives by providing educational programming and resources about early child development and early care and...

Minimum Required Qualifications: Masters degree in child development, human development, early childhood education, or closely related field (extension educator) OR bachelors degree in child development...

Preschool Teacher Floater

  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago

a licensed 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...

Lifegate Preschool Assistant Teacher - Part Time

  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 days ago

Qualifications: Minimum requirements are valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate OR a bachelor's degree OR associate's degree in early childhood education, education or child/youth development OR a Child...

Possible Preschool Teacher

  • North Bend, NE
  • 21 days ago
  • North Bend, NE
  • 21 days ago

Possible Preschool Teacher Posted: March 3, 2025 North Bend Central Public Schools, located in North Bend, NE, is seeking a possible Preschool Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Nebraska

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
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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