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Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher

  • Inspire young minds through creative play and foundational learning experiences.
  • Shape the future by nurturing social, physical, and intellectual growth in children.
  • Engage in a dynamic role that adapts to each child's unique learning journey.
💰 Earn $38K-$51K
📚 Associate Degree

Overview

Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.

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Minimum Education

Associate Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

61,400 in Total

Earnings

$44,730 Med. in CA

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Day-to-Day

  • Teach basic skills, such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
  • Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Relating with or serving others
  • Being creative or artistic

You are skilled in 💫

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Instructing

You value 🙏

  • Accomplishing things
  • Independence
  • Having freedom
  • Achievement
  • Relationships
  • Personal relationships

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