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Preschool Teacher jobs in Raleigh, NC
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–$27/hr
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$41k
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one instruction tailored to each student's academic needs, learning style, and goals. This is an ideal opportunity for certified teachers, subject-matter experts, graduate students, or experienced educators who are passi…
Exit Factor is Expanding Their Already Successful Team! You must be located in Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC to apply for this position. What is Exit Factor? Exit Factor is a business consulting firm. Our passion is hel…
$20 - $50 per unit
20 - $50 per-class rate (based on job readiness and experience) + regular bonuses (based on performance). If you're an experienced teacher who'd bring long-time students with you, of course we'll reward you appropriately…
$17 - $23 per hour
Life Skills Educator for Adults with Disabilities Instilling hope, inspiring greatness, and supporting futures since 1964. Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Raleigh, NC $17.00 - $23.00 per hour, based on edu…
PERSONAL ACADEMIC TUTORS NEEDED! Sylvan Learning of Cary & Morrisville is looking for enthusiastic K-12 academic tutors to join our community of superstar educators who deliver in-person and online tutoring to Sylvan stu…
Instructional Designer/eLearning Developer - IT Initiatives Location: USA - Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area, 2-3 day onsite requirement SweetRush has an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join our Talent…
$22 - $23 per hour
Part-Time Math & Science Teacher Flexible Schedule | No Lesson Planning or Outside Work | One-to-One Instruction $22-23/hour What if teaching meant focusing on just one student at a time? At Brightmont Academy, that’s ex…
Our teaching method, the Mathnasium Method™, is the life’s work of Larry Martinek, Mathnasium’s Chief Instructional Officer and a teacher and math teaching consultant in the Los Angeles area for more than 35 years. The M…
Teacher & Residential Hall Parent To apply for this position, please do so here: MinistryHub is honored to partner with Mountain Mission School (Grundy, VA) in their search for a Teacher & Residential Hall Parent. Ple…
Join Our AoPS Academy as a Language Arts Instructor! Are you passionate about language arts? Do you love inspiring young minds in an engaging, collaborative classroom setting? We have the perfect opportunity for you! The…
Private Music Teacher - Musicologie Wake Forest, coming later in 2026! You are an expert musician who loves introducing people of all ages to music. You are friendly and warm, a great communicator, and always excited to…
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What preschool teachers earn in Raleigh
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–$27 | $43k–$57k |
Adjusted for the Raleigh 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
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