$15 per hour
The Head Teacher role is one that any teacher should be proud of as they cultivate an environment that stimulates the minds and grows... ...supplies. Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children…
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Preschool Teacher jobs
Preschool teachers guide young children through play-based learning, early literacy and numeracy, and social development, while keeping classrooms safe and families informed.
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$14–$28/hr
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$41k
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What preschool teachers earn in the US
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $14–$18 | $30k–$38k |
| Mid level | $17–$22 | $36k–$46k |
| Senior | $21–$28 | $43k–$58k |
National ranges. City pages adjust for the local market.
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Open roles across the US
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$16 - $18 per hour
Early Childhood Child Care Teachers (Full-time & Part-time) Early Childhood Child Care Teachers Full-Time Positions Role : Preschool Teacher Location : Sewickley YMCA Site Pay : $16 - $18 per hour - based on experience a…
classroom. In addition to academic instruction, students engage in PE, art, music, cooking, and shop or STEM - taught by specialized teachers in each of those areas. We are actively hiring for: North campus: 1 teacher -…
$22.67 - $39.23 per hour
Lead Preschool Teacher - The Finch Academy The Finch Academy is Seeking Lead Preschool Teachers Salary: $22.67-$39.23 Hourly Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00pm Location: The Finch Academy, 4222 NE 12th Ave., Portland,…
strong academic background in critical reading, writing, and communications instruction to fill the role of Senior School English Teacher. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic English educator who focuses on…
$20 - $25 per hour
Description: Wobbler / Toddler Lead & Assistant Teachers Vermont Hills Family Life Center — Portland, Oregon Full-time (30–40 hours/week) · Monday–Friday, morning/day · Benefit-eligible · On-site Pay : $20–$25/hour, depe…
$101 per day
Substitute Assistant Teacher (Part-Time) Union County Community Action, Inc. Work Location- Hamlet, Richmond County, NC Looking for flexible work that makes a difference? UCCA is seeking Substitute Assistant Teachers to…
$15.75 - $17.35 per hour
childcare program inside Orono Public Schools, is hiring a full-time Teacher Assistant. You'd work alongside a Lead Teacher in the classroom... ...solid professional references Organization and flexibility. Preschool day…
$20 - $23 per hour
are conducting a search for a full-time assistant classroom teacher to support one of our Primary communities (ages 3 - 6). Working... ...in candidates who: Have experience working in high-quality preschools, particularl…
$60.21k - $103.25k
the world in which we live. POSITION OVERVIEW This position is for a Teacher' s Assistant full-time position (35h/week) in our Early Childhood Education Center also known as the Preschool/ Maternelle (Grade PK2-PK4), for…
$30 - $37 per hour
from diverse backgrounds who share a commitment to nurturing the whole child. We're seeking a warm, experienced Montessori Preschool Teacher to lead our PreK classroom. If you're an educator who balances warmth with clea…
raffle, monthly breakfast treats, full coffee bar, holiday bonus, Teacher Appreciation week celebration, employee Birthday celebration... ...Equivalent * 45 hours of Child Growth and Development * 45 hours in Preschool C…
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Play-based curriculumChild development knowledgePositive behavior guidanceClassroom routinesDevelopmental observationParent communicationHealth and safety complianceWarmth and patience
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you handle a child having a tantrum during circle time?
Show calm, developmentally informed responses: staying near, naming the feeling, keeping others engaged, and following up rather than punishing.
What does a good day in your classroom look like?
Walk through the rhythm: arrival, free play, small groups, outdoor time, rest. Emphasize predictable routines with room for children's interests.
How do you support early literacy and math without worksheets?
Give playful examples: read-alouds, rhyming games, counting during snack, pattern blocks. Show you embed learning in play deliberately.
How do you communicate with parents, especially about concerns?
Describe daily positive touchpoints so hard conversations have a foundation, and sharing specific observations rather than labels.
What would you do if you suspected a child was being neglected or abused?
Know your mandated reporter duty: document observations and report through the required channel promptly. This is a non-negotiable answer.
How do you handle biting or hitting between children?
Show a standard approach: attend to the hurt child first, teach the alternative behavior, watch for patterns and triggers, and inform both families per policy.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For preschool teachers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your CDA credential, early childhood education degree or units, and current CPR and first aid certification.
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Name the curricula and frameworks you have taught, such as Creative Curriculum, HighScope, Montessori, or Reggio-inspired.
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Include state licensing requirements you already meet, like background clearance and required training hours, to speed hiring.
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Note the age groups you have led and your group sizes and ratios, since directors staff to strict ratio rules.
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Mention assessment and communication tools you use, such as Teaching Strategies GOLD or Brightwheel.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Assistant Teacher
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Preschool Teacher
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Lead Teacher
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Assistant Director
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Center Director
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Preschool Teacher jobs by city
New York, NYSan Francisco, CASan Jose, CALos Angeles, CASan Diego, CASacramento, CAFresno, CASeattle, WAPortland, ORDenver, COSalt Lake City, UTLas Vegas, NVPhoenix, AZTucson, AZAlbuquerque, NMBoston, MAPhiladelphia, PAPittsburgh, PAWashington, DCBaltimore, MDRichmond, VAChicago, ILColumbus, OHCleveland, OHCincinnati, OHDetroit, MIIndianapolis, INMilwaukee, WIMinneapolis, MNKansas City, MOSt. Louis, MOOmaha, NEHouston, TXDallas, TXFort Worth, TXAustin, TXSan Antonio, TXOklahoma City, OKAtlanta, GAMiami, FLTampa, FLOrlando, FLJacksonville, FLCharlotte, NCRaleigh, NCNashville, TNMemphis, TNLouisville, KYNew Orleans, LA
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