Preschool Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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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Energetic and Fun Toddler Teacher for Private Daycare

  • Broadview Heights, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH
  • 15 hours ago

The ability to manage a classroom of up to 8 children with a fun, loving, positive attitude Passionate about Early Childhood Education Creative, Collaborative, Engaging and Nurturing Must be able to...

Preschool Teacher

  • Strongsville, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Strongsville, OH
  • 1 day ago

As a Preschool Teacher at Primrose School of Strongsville, youll create a fun, safe environment for students to discover new concepts with confidence through multi-sensory learning experiences....

Preschool Assistant Teacher - Kid Works

  • Fairfield, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, OH
  • 1 day ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at Kid Works!...

Assistant Teacher - Head Start

  • Hamilton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 1 day ago

Willingness to continue professional education and training, and/or enroll in Child Development Associate training. Willingness/ability to work as a team member. Good organizational skills....

Teacher - Head Start

  • Hamilton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Hold an associate, baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education; OR an associate degree in a field related to early childhood education and course work equivalent to...

Special Education Preschool Teacher

  • Waynesfield, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Waynesfield, OH
  • 1 day ago

Preschool Special Education Teacher **Waynesfield-Goshen Local School District is accepting applications for the position of a Preschool Special Education Teacher for the 2025/2026 school year....

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Thurman, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Thurman, OH
  • 3 days ago

to age 8. * An Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field. * An Associate's degree or higher in a related field, including...

Preschool Teacher

  • Paulding, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Paulding, OH
  • 3 days ago

The Western Buckeye Educational Service Center is seeking qualified applicants for a Preschool Teacher position with an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education....

Preschool Teacher with Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

  • Paulding, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Paulding, OH
  • 3 days ago

The Western Buckeye Educational Service Center is seeking qualified applicants for a Preschool Teacher position with an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education....

Early Childhood Teacher

  • OH
  • 4 days ago
  • OH
  • 4 days ago

: Must hold, or have the ability to obtain, a valid State Board of Education Early Childhood (P-3) licensure and will be required to meet all requirements for preschool licensing....

Childcare Teacher

  • Fairfield, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairfield, OH
  • 4 days ago

development plan to ensure continuous personal growth You'll Need to Have At least 2 years of experience working in a child care center (Preferred) A positive attitude, energy and passion for working with preschoolers...

Head Start Teacher

  • Celina, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Celina, OH
  • 4 days ago

Celina City Schools --- Mercer County Head StartJob DescriptionPhone: ... Fax: ... [www.mercerheadstart.org]("nofollow"}[ ]("nofollow"}Job Title: Head TeacherSupervisor: Education ManagerPosition...

Preschool Teacher

  • Leesburg, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Leesburg, OH
  • 5 days ago

Position: Preschool Teacher Licensure applicable to positionSatisfactory background checkAbility to perform all job dutiesHours of Work: School Day Months of Employment: 2025-26 School Year Salary:...

The Western Buckeye Educational Service Center is seeking qualified applicants for a Preschool Teacher position with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education....

Infant and Toddler Teacher Aide- Full-Time, Full-Year

  • Dayton, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 6 days ago

ABOUT US: Miami Valley Child Development Centers is southwest Ohio's Head Start Agency. For over 55 years, we've been providing FREE early learning and childcare to children from 6 weeks to age 5....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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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