Preschool Teacher Jobs in Warwick, RI

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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Teacher - Early Childhood Pre-K Gen Ed (SY 25-26)

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago

RIDE Certification Requirements: Early Childhood Education Teachers, Grades PK-2 ESL Certification Preferred Bilingual Preferred DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Administer appropriate district...

Teacher - Early Childhood Pre-K Special Education (SY 25-26)

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago

RIDE Certification Requirements: Early Childhood Education Teachers, Grades PK-2, and Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Birth through Grade 2 ESL Certification Preferred DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES...

Early Childhood Teacher (K-2), Lower Academy (K-8)

  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Be an Early Childhood Teacher (K-2) at RISE Prep Academies. RISE Prep Academies knows that educator quality is the most important factor driving scholar achievement. We are seeking educators who...

Early Head Start Teacher- (Infant Toddlers)

  • Newport, RI (16 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Newport, RI (16 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 15 days ago

Enrollment in a Child Development Associate (CDA) program (to be completed within one year of hire) Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with: Supervised teaching experience in an ECE setting...

Traditional State Pre-K Teacher

  • North Providence, RI (10 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • North Providence, RI (10 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 16 days ago

Traditional state pre-k teacher NORTHern Region: NOrth Providence, RI Full-time (40 Hours per week) Part Year General Responsibility: Oversee the daily operations of a classroom and to provide the...

Infant/Toddler Teacher

  • Pawtucket, RI (12 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (12 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Qualifications: Associate degree, bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development OR a Bachelor or master’s degree in related field....

Pre-K Teacher

  • Pawtucket, RI (12 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (12 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development OR a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field....

Early Childhood Teacher

  • Pawtucket, RI (12 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (12 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Qualifications: Associate degree, bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development OR a Bachelor or master’s degree in related field....

Floater (Substitute Pre-K Teacher) (Smithfield)

  • Smithfield, RI (14 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (14 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 24 days ago

The Children's Center is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). Click here to review Veterans and Disability Information Start Over with Job Search...

Teacher - Early Childhood Grade 2 ESL (SY 25-26)

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 25 days ago

RIDE Certification Requirements: Early Childhood Education Teacher, PK-2 and All Grades English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher, Grades PK-12 OR Elementary Education Teacher Grades 1-6 and All...

Toddler Teacher

  • Wakefield, RI (19 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wakefield, RI (19 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Associates Degree Early Childhood Education (preferred) or Infant/Toddler CDA. Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards certificate preferred....

Lead Toddler Teacher

  • North Providence, RI (10 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Providence, RI (10 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Associates Degree Early Childhood Education (preferred) or Infant/Toddler CDA. Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards certificate (preferred)....

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Riverside, RI (7 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Riverside, RI (7 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Childhood Education, Masters degree preferred Excellent knowledge of child development, latest education theories and practices, and current trends in education and professional development Minimum...

Full and Part -Time Preschool Teacher

  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Full and Part -Time Preschool Teacher Smith Mills Preschool and Kindergarten Smith Mills Preschool and Kindergarten - Dartmouth, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5000053 Application Deadline:Posted...

Toddler Teacher Assistant

  • Central Falls, RI (13 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Central Falls, RI (13 miles from Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

College coursework in early childhood education or a related field preferred Rhode Island: Must be 18 years or older, hold a High School Diploma/ GED, and participates in an ongoing early staff development...

Demographic Data for Warwick, RI

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Warwick, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Warwick, RI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
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 Warwick, RI
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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