Preschool Teacher Jobs in Sayreville, NJ

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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Early Childhood Education Teacher - Full Time

  • Neptune City, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Neptune City, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

The Teacher is responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful Preschool or Pre-Kindergarten learning environment in accordance with all curriculum and program established standards....

Lead Preschool and Assistant Teacher

  • Florham Park, NJ (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Childhood Education Experience working with children in a Preschool setting A team player attitude A commitment to professional development A creative and nurturing teaching style *....

Early Childhood Teacher (Infant Toddler CDA)

  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

**Must hold your New Jersey Child Development Associate certification** Minimum Requirements: + Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, preferred + Certification for Early Childhood Education...

Head Start Teacher

  • Neptune, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Neptune, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Associate or Bachelors degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework, or otherwise meets the requirements of the Head Start Act. 2....

Early Childhood Specialist/ Pre-School Soccer Coach

  • Warren, NJ (14 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (14 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

+ Be the face and product of Soccer Stars in each class - positively interact with parents, school directors and children each day. + Deliver energetic and enjoyable coaching sessions in line with...

Anticipated: Preschool Teacher - Long Term Substitute

  • Warren, NJ (14 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, NJ (14 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Anticipated: Preschool Teacher - Long Term Substitute JobID: 957 Position Type: Substitutes/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: Mt....

Child Development Teacher

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (16 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (16 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Information: Show/Hide Child Development Teacher Monmouth Regional High School has a full time plus benefits opening for a Child Development Teacher to oversee our in house Pre-School/Child Development...

Child Development Teacher - Anticipated Opening

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (16 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (16 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The successful candidate will teach Introduction to Child Development Classes and will also work in coordination with another Child Development Teacher to oversee our in house Pre-school/Child Development...

Preschool Teacher Aide

  • Asbury Park, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Preschool Teacher Aide JobID: 2583 Position Type: Early Childhood/Teacher Aide Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Bradley Elementary School Closing Date: 06/23/2025   Additional Information: Show...

Preschool Assistant Teacher

  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Childhood Education whose general duties will be as follows. + Teacher assists in the implementation of a superior Early Childhood Education program in accordance with school policies and Malvern School...

P-3 Early Childhood Teacher 25/26

  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Requirements: + Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, preferred + Certification for Early Childhood Education (Child Development Associate, CDA) as required by state/ client or contract...

Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • East Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

As a Preschool Teacher at The Primrose School of East Brunswick, you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them by implementing the Balanced Learning Curriculum and...

Preschool Teacher

  • Asbury Park, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (22 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Information: Show/Hide ANTICIPATED PRESCHOOL TEACHER Minimum Qualifications: Hold a valid NJ instructional certificate with Preschool Education endorsement; Standard preferred Have excellent experience...

Assistant Teacher Head Start - Full Time; 5435-207-N

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

of teaching experience in a preschool classroom preferred. • If not already obtained CDA or 24 credits in Education or Early Childhood Education, must commit to complete CDC training program within...

Certified Preschool Teacher

  • Madison, NJ (20 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (20 miles from Sayreville, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

In partnership with the state funded Morris School District Preschool Expansion Program, the F.M....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Sayreville, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Sayreville, NJ 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 Sayreville, NJ
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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