Preschool Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

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 Assistant Teacher

  • Evesham, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Evesham, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Bachelors degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Assistant Toddler Teacher

  • Mantua, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Mantua, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Bachelors degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Summer Camp Preschool Teacher

  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

If you are a caring and creative individual passionate about working with children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Preschool Teacher opportunity....

Preschool Teacher

  • South Orange, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • South Orange, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team....

ANTICIPATED: Preschool Teachers, Manville Preschool Program Partners

  • Manville, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Manville, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Teachers, Manville Preschool Program Partners Full Time positions The Manville Preschool Program and its community partners are seeking passionate, talented, and experienced preschool teachers to join...

Long-term Substitute PreSchool Teacher

  • Bergenfield, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bergenfield, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Long-term Substitute PreSchool Teacher JobID: 3411 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: Lincoln Elementary School Closing Date: 04/07/2025   Additional...

Pre-School Teacher

  • Robbinsville, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Robbinsville, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Position Type: Pre School (PEA)/Teacher Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Sharon Elementary School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: 05/09/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Preschool Teacher

  • Bergenfield, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bergenfield, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Preschool Teacher JobID: 3410 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: Franklin Elementary School Closing Date: 04/07/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

2025-2026 Anticipated Opening: Pre School Teacher (Multiple Positions)

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

2025-2026 Anticipated Opening: Pre School Teacher (Multiple Positions) JobID: 3224 Position Type: 2025-2026 Openings/Pre School Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: Children`s Corner Pre-School Date...

Pre-School Teacher

  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago

As a preschool teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children and help shape their early childhood education experience....

Lead Toddler Teacher

  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child....

Early Childhood Education Teacher Associate I - Full Time

  • Brick, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Licenses and Certifications Preferred: Child Development Associate Certification(CDA)/Child Care Professional Certificate (CCP) in early childhood or related field (or pursuing), and two or more years...

Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant - Full Time

  • Edison, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Licenses and Certifications Preferred: Child Development Associate. Child Care Professional Certificate (CCP) in early childhood or related field (or pursuing)....

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development. * An Associates degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field. * A current...

Early Childhood Education Teacher Associate II - Full Time

  • Red Bank, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Licenses and Certifications Required: Child Development Associate Certification(CDA)/Child Care Professional Certificate (CCP) in early childhood or related field, and two or more years of experience...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in New Jersey 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 Jersey
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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