Preschool Teacher Jobs in New Hampshire

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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Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Exeter, NH
  • 5 days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 5 days ago

Responsive recruiter Build a brighter future for all children. Teaching is more than a job. Its an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in childrenall while helping them...

Preschool Teacher

  • Nashua, NH
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashua, NH
  • 8 days ago

Information: Show/Hide POSITION: Preschool Teacher LOCATION: Franklin Street Preschool WORK YEAR: 2025-2026 School Year SALARY RANGE: $44,200 - $93,938 Per Year - Contractual QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching...

Early Childhood Teacher Per Diem

  • Dover, NH
  • 16 days ago
  • Dover, NH
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications Experience Minimum Required- 1 to 2 years of experience Education Minimum Required- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field or actively matriculating toward Assoc...

.5 Preschool Teacher

  • Atkinson, NH
  • 17 days ago
  • Atkinson, NH
  • 17 days ago

NH Certification in Early Childhood Education is required. .5 position, salary and benefits are outlined in the Timberlane Teachers Association agreement Please provide your letter of interest, resume...

.5 Preschool Teacher cc2359

  • Plaistow, NH
  • 17 days ago
  • Plaistow, NH
  • 17 days ago

NH Certification in Early Childhood Education is required. .5 position, salary and benefits are outlined in the Timberlane Teachers Association agreement (attached) Please see full job description attached...

Preschool Teacher/Case Manager

  • Goffstown, NH
  • 23 days ago
  • Goffstown, NH
  • 23 days ago

Openings as of 5/22/2025 Preschool Teacher/Case Manager JobID: 2240 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Early Childhood Education Date Posted: 5/20/2025 Location: New Boston Central School Date...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Claremont, NH
  • 24 days ago
  • Claremont, NH
  • 24 days ago

Position range in Sullivan County $28k - $41k Per Year Early Childhood Teacher School Administrative Unit #6 Occupation: Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Location: Claremont, NH - 03743...

Toddler Teacher

  • Concord, NH
  • 25 days ago
  • Concord, NH
  • 25 days ago

Toddler Teacher**Description**First Start Childrens Center is looking for a full-time toddler room teacher for our busy childcare center. The toddler teacher works with a teaching team to provide...

Preschool Assistant Teacher (PT)

  • Manchester, NH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH
  • 45+ days ago

Preschool Child Care Assistant Teacher Want to make a difference in the lives of children every day?...

Lead Early Learning Teacher

  • Manchester, NH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH
  • 45+ days ago

Childhood Education (preferred) Prior childcare experience Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred) Work Hours/Pay Range: 40 hours per week Monday through Friday between the hours of 7...

.5 Preschool Teacher

  • Sandown, NH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sandown, NH
  • 45+ days ago

NH Certification in Early Childhood Education is required....

.5 Preschool Teacher cc935

  • Plaistow, NH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Plaistow, NH
  • 60+ days ago

NH Certification in Early Childhood Education is required....

ESY Preschool Teacher

  • Nashua, NH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Nashua, NH
  • 60+ days ago

 Additional Information: Show/Hide POSITION: ESY Preschool Teacher LOCATION: Franklin Street Preschool WORK YEAR: Summer 2025 July 8 - August 7 SALARY RANGE: $35 Per Hour QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in New Hampshire

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Preschool Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire
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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