Preschool Teacher Jobs in Texas

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 Childhood Teacher

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Other details Job Function Early Childhood Education Pay Type Hourly Employment Indicator Part Time Min Hiring Rate $15.00 Max Hiring Rate $20.00 Required Education Associate Degree...

Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Associate degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Elementary Teacher, Pre K

  • Liberty Hill, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Liberty Hill, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Elementary Teacher, Pre K JobID: 3545 Position Type: Elementary School Teacher Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Louine Noble Elementary Date Available: 07/31/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled...

Preschool Teacher

  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Paid time off We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team....

Assistant Child Development Teacher Infants

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 14 hours ago

experience working with infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months 1 or more years of experience working in a Texas Licensed Childcare Facility 3 or more years Teaching experience in a licensed childcare facility (NAEYC...

Head Start Teacher

  • Center, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Center, TX
  • 22 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS: A.A, A.S. degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required....

Early Head Start Teacher

  • Center, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Center, TX
  • 22 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certificate I required....

Childcare Teacher

  • Pharr, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Pharr, TX
  • 23 hours ago

$0k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Hidalgo County $25k - $55k Per Year Childcare Teacher Growing Together Learning Academy LLC Occupation: Preschool Teachers, Except Special...

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Stafford, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Stafford, TX
  • 1 day ago

childhood education (PK & Kinder - Preferred) Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of subject(s) assigned Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships Ability to collect and analyze data...

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Build a brighter future for all children. Teaching is more than a job. It's an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in children-all while helping them develop a lifelong love...

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Maud, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Maud, TX
  • 1 day ago

Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional,...

Toddler Teacher

  • Katy, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 1 day ago

(A background in child development, physical education, and/or gymnastics helps as well) You live to serve! Making others feel good makes you feel good....

Preschool Teacher, 2-3 years of age

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Get everything you need to give children everything they need. At Primrose...

Lead Toddler Teacher

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Get everything you need to give children everything they need. At Primrose...

Elementary Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

  • Alpine, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Alpine, TX
  • 1 day ago

Description/Notes: Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Qualifications: Appropriate certification for assignment preferred. Experience is preferred, but not required. How To Apply: Submit a completed Alpine...

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Texas 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 Texas
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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