Preschool Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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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Lead Preschool Teacher

  • New Albany, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • New Albany, OH
  • 1 day ago

Lead Preschool Teacher Ready Set Grow (#516), 5200 New Albany Road, New Albany, Ohio, United States of America Req #9709 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Spring Education Groups Early Childhood Education Division...

Preschool Teacher

  • New Albany, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • New Albany, OH
  • 15 days ago

Preschool Teacher Ready Set Grow (#516), 5200 New Albany Road, New Albany, Ohio, United States of America Req #9530 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 Spring Education Groups Early Childhood Education Division...

Toddler Teacher

  • Gahanna, OH
  • 26 days ago
  • Gahanna, OH
  • 26 days ago

Minimum of an associate degree in early childhood education, Child Development Associates Credential (CDA) or equivalent, preferred....

Preschool Teacher

  • Marysville, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marysville, OH
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum of an associate degree in early childhood education, Child Development Associates Credential (CDA) or equivalent, preferred....

Bataan Primary Preschool Teacher

  • Port Clinton, OH
  • 3 hours ago
  • Port Clinton, OH
  • 3 hours ago

Bataan Memorial Primary Elementary, grades PK - 2 is hiring the following positions for the 2025-26 school year: Preschool Teacher Job Requirements Licensure from the Ohio Department of Education is...

Preschool Teacher Structure Classroom

  • Dayton, OH
  • 8 hours ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 8 hours ago

The preschool teacher will implement individualized education plans (IEPs), foster social-emotional development, and provide developmentally appropriate instruction tailored to each child's unique needs...

Intervention Specialist -Pre-K Teacher

  • Delaware, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Delaware, OH
  • 1 day ago

INTERVENTION SPECIALIST PRE-K TEACHER Mild / Moderate - Elementary Pre-K Intervention Specialist License is Required Woodward Elementary School 2025/2026 School Year 186 Work Day Calendar 7.75...

Entry-level Toddler Teacher

  • Hudson, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Hudson, OH
  • 1 day ago

Position: Entry-level Daycare Toddler Teacher As a Preschool Toddler Teacher, you'll embark on an exciting journey of discovery alongside our little learners....

Certified Pre K Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago

teacher who will work with 3 and 4 years old students....

Itinerant Preschool Teacher

  • Bellefontaine, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellefontaine, OH
  • 2 days ago

Itinerant Preschool Teacher Bellefontaine City Schools Bellefontaine City Schools - Bellefontaine, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education Job...

Head Start Teacher

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

Skills and Requirements MUST HAVES: One year of experience in a preschool/ day care, (ages 3 to 5) classroom....

Early Head Start Teacher

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

Skills and Requirements MUST HAVES: Infant/Toddler Teacher Early Head Start Teacher (52 weeks): One year of experience in a preschool/ day care, (ages birth to 3) classroom....

Lead Pre-K Teacher

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 6 days ago

Our Lead Teacher must have a CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential's or an Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or related field....

Full Time Preschool Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 6 days ago

Childhood Education Center (ECEC) is looking for a full-time teacher to begin in August for the 2025 - 2026 school year....

Full Time Preschool Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 6 days ago

Rockwern Academy's Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC) is looking for a full-time teacher to begin in August for the 2025 - 2026 school year....

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Preschool Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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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