Preschool Teacher Jobs in California

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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Early Preschool Teacher

  • San Jose, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 22 hours ago

childhood education units shall include courses that cover the general areas of early child development, child, family, and community, and program/curriculum or a bachelors degree in child development...

Preschool Teacher

  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago

childhood education units shall include courses that cover the general areas of early child development, child, family, and community, and program/curriculum or a bachelors degree in child development...

Infant Toddler Teacher

  • Poway, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Poway, CA
  • 8 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Preschool Teacher

  • Poway, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Poway, CA
  • 12 days ago

Preschool Teacher Discovery Isle Preschool (#1053), 14521 Ted Williams Pkwy, Poway, California, United States of America Req #9156 Friday, February 28, 2025 Spring Education Groups Early Childhood Education...

Toddler Teacher

  • Temecula, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Temecula, CA
  • 19 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Infant Toddler Teacher

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 28 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Preschool Teacher

  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA
  • 29 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Toddler Teacher

  • Rocklin, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rocklin, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Twelve [12] or more Semester Units from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required....

Special Education Teacher- Early Childhood Near La Mesa, CA

  • La Mesa, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • La Mesa, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Location: La Mesa, CA Area Employment Type: Full-time, onsite Company: Soliant School Year: ASAP - End of the school year Caseload Information: Elementary Kids...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Development units completed required: Child Development, Child, Family, and Community, Introduction to Curriculum, and Principles and Practices....

Early Childhood Educator Sports Coach

  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program with an emphasis on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class...

Special Education Teacher Early Childhood Needed Chula Vista CA Area

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Location: Chula Vista, CA Area Employment Type: Full-time, onsite Company: Soliant School Year: ASAP - End of the school year Caseload Information: Elementary...

Early Childhood Education Teacher -Direct Hire

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Direct Hire Special Education Teacher : Soliant has partnered with a school in need of a Special Education Teacher. Ideally, our team is looking for a driven candidate that is proficient on a...

Substitute Child Development Teacher - 2024-2025 School Year

  • Vallejo, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Company: Vallejo City Unified School District Location: Vallejo, CA Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Government, Nonprofit, Education Description Copy of Transcript Credential Copy Letter(s)...

Early Childhood Teacher

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Now hiring an Early Childhood Part-time Preschool Teacher at Mission Bay in San Francisco, California!...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
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 California
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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