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Preschool Teacher jobs in Cincinnati, OH
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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$13–$26/hr
Typical pay range
$38k
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Job Description Job Description Lead Preschool Teacher | Full time | 7a-4p, CPL 3 requiredLittle Promises PreschoolReports To: Assistant Principal / Early Childhood DirectorPay: $30,000-$40,000/yearBenefits: $6k a year i…
$14 - $17 per hour
program serving families in Cincinnati's Avondale neighborhood. Our preschool program is built on strong family relationships, cultural... ...Gold-level quality. Position Summary The Lead Preschool Teacher - Avondale lea…
$15 - $18 per hour
Quality program in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Our preschool classrooms are intentional, inquiry-based learning communities... ...Standards. Position Summary The Lead Preschool Teacher - OTR leads a prescho…
$18 - $24 per hour
Job Description Job Description TODDLER LEAD TEACHER – OTR LOCATION Creative Curriculum | Gold-Rated Step Up to Quality Program | Full-Time About Us Water Lily Learning Center – OTR is a leading provider of early childho…
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors You are invited to apply to be included in the general pool of candidates from which qualified faculty roles will be filled. The number of positions varies de…
Job Description Job Description We are looking for qualified teachers. Previous work in a center would be preferred, but not necessary. We are a small Gold level center with a big heart. We will pay for you to get your C…
$14 - $17 per hour
child and family we serve. Position Summary The Lead Toddler Teacher - Avondale leads the toddler classroom at our Avondale campus.... ..., structured environment with reliable scheduling Help shape the early years and p…
Job Description Job Description Salary: Negotiable LEAD PRESCHOOL TEACHER AVONDALE LOCATION Creative Curriculum | Community-Based Center | Full-Time About Us Water Lily Learning Center Avondale is a trusted early learnin…
Private Music Teacher at Musicologie Are you an expert musician who loves introducing people of all ages to music? Are you friendly and warm, a great communicator, and always excited to help your students push through ch…
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What preschool teachers earn in Cincinnati
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $13–$17 | $28k–$35k |
| Mid level | $16–$21 | $33k–$43k |
| Senior | $19–$26 | $40k–$54k |
Adjusted for the Cincinnati market from national ranges.
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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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