Preschool Teacher Jobs in Ellington, CT

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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Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood

  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 18 hours ago

Duties/Responsibilities Develop lesson plans and utilize play-based instructional materials for preschool, aligned with the State of CT Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS), translate...

Preschool Teacher

  • Vernon, CT (5 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon, CT (5 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Preschool Teacher - Northeast Elementary School Description: The Administration is seeking a person qualified by education and experience to create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning...

Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood

  • Vernon, CT (5 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon, CT (5 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Preschool Teacher - Northeast Elementary School Description: The Administration is seeking a person qualified by education and experience to create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning...

Teacher-Early Childhood PK-2 (Anticipated)

  • Holyoke, MA (24 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (24 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 2 days ago

CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PK-2, MODERATE DISABILITIES PK-2 preferred...

Preschool Teacher For Toddlers

  • Enfield, CT (8 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Enfield, CT (8 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher For Toddlers to join our team....

LTS Preschool Teacher (Anticipated Vacancy)

  • Manchester, CT (11 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Manchester, CT (11 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Early Childhood Education/PreSchool/Head Start Teacher Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Manchester Head Start Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: open until filled    Attachment...

Infant/Toddler Teacher Assistant - West Hartford Full Time

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED; Experience: 18 years of age or older; Basic knowledge of the principles of Child Development; Demonstrated ability to develop age appropriate exhibits...

Head Teacher - Preschool

  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 15 days ago

EDUCATION: OEC requirements: Option 1: CDA and twelve (12) credits in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institution and over not less than...

Assistant Teacher - Preschool

  • Ellington, CT
  • 18 days ago
  • Ellington, CT
  • 18 days ago

Knowledge of Early Childhood Education, School Readiness and Connecticut Early Learning and Development standards. Warm and nurturing personality. Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus....

Substitute Teacher / Early Childhood

  • Ellington, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Ellington, CT
  • 22 days ago

Job Description: Description: Ellington Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a long-term substitute Kindergarten teacher to start in late-May of 2025 through the remainder of the...

Child Care Preschool Teacher

  • Glastonbury, CT (15 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT (15 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Full-time positions are available with preschoolers in Glastonbury, CT....

Head Start Teacher - Head Start - JOB ID# 13024

  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and two years experience in a pre-school classroom. Head Start experience preferred....

Special Education Integrated Pre-K Teacher

  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, MA (16 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Open Until Filled * LINKS/Elementary Special Education Teacher DUTIES: Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated. Plans a program of study that, as...

Preschool Teacher Wecc

  • Windham, CT (20 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Windham, CT (20 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

PRESCHOOL TEACHER WECC JobID: 6003 Position Type: Instructional/Educational Support: Certified Date Posted: 2/3/2025 Location: WECC/Preschool Position Description: Provides instruction and is responsible...

Head Start Teacher - Early Head Start - Job ID# 13020

  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (14 miles from Ellington, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with credits in ECE. E quivalent experience may be substituted at CRECs discretion....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Ellington, CT

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Ellington, CT 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 Ellington, CT
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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