Preschool Teacher Jobs in New Mexico

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.

1-15 of 39 Jobs

Teacher (Head Start)

  • Ohkay Owingeh, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohkay Owingeh, NM
  • 1 day ago

Certified Child Development Associate (CDA). Certified in First Aid and CPR. Possession of Food Handler's Certificate....

Early Childhood Toddler Teacher

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Working towards a Child Development Certificate or associate degree Possess a high school or GED equivalent and working towards a degree in early childhood....

Early Head Start Teacher- Floater

  • Farmington, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 1 day ago

Education, Child Development....

Early Head Start Teacher

  • Farmington, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 1 day ago

AA/AAS, BA/BS or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development....

Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood

  • Tularosa, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Tularosa, NM
  • 3 days ago

Join a forward-thinking, child-centered learning community where your passion for early childhood education can truly shine!...

Pre K Teacher

  • Taos, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Taos, NM
  • 4 days ago

Classification: Certified Location: Assigned School Reports to: School Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Bargaining Unit: Teacher (182 working days) Position Summary: The teacher is primarily...

3y DD Preschool Teacher

  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 4 days ago

3y DD Preschool Teacher JobID: 2223 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 12/3/2024 Location: Early Childhood Education Center Additional Information: Show/Hide Position Purpose Under...

Early Head Start Teacher I

  • NM
  • 7 days ago
  • NM
  • 7 days ago

$3,500 Sign-On Bonus JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY HEAD START / HEAD START / ECE POSITION SUMMARY: This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional...

Head Start Teacher I (40 hrs/wk, summers off)

  • Bernalillo, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Bernalillo, NM
  • 9 days ago

$3,500 Sign-On Bonus JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY HEAD START / HEAD START / ECE POSITION SUMMARY: This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional...

Teacher - Pre-K

  • Moriarty, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Moriarty, NM
  • 9 days ago

This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Provides daily supervision and evaluation...

Early Childhood Teacher (3 year olds)

  • La Mesa, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • La Mesa, NM
  • 10 days ago

A.) from four-year college or university 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Level One, Two, or Three New Mexico Teaching License Early Childhood Education...

Early Childhood Teacher (4y)

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 10 days ago

A.) from four-year college or university 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Level One, Two, or Three New Mexico Teaching License Early Childhood Education...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Socorro, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Socorro, NM
  • 12 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal diploma/certificate/degree program of 6-18 months after high school- Early Childhood education. Aptitude for working with children in a child development setting....

Teacher: Pre-K

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago

Five years of teaching experience preferred in early childhood education and working with parents....

Teacher, Pre-School

  • Newcomb, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Newcomb, NM
  • 15 days ago

Position: Teacher, Pre-School Supervisor: Principal Work Site: Assigned School Summary: To provide guidance and instructional experiences that are academically and developmentally appropriate for...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in New Mexico

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in New Mexico 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 Mexico
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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