Preschool Teacher Job Description
Preschool teacher
provides developmentally appropriate early learning experiences and care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers utilizing emergent curriculum and responsive care inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
Preschool Teacher Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughter and experience the wonder of children participating in activities you planned
Observe children’s interests and work with co-workers to develop creative ideas for engaging curriculum
Record and share children’s triumphs and progress with parents, relating that continued safety and attention to their individual basic care needs is a top priority
Communicate with parents on a daily basis, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
Provide leadership and work as a team member to provide a safe and secure environment to enhance a child's social, emotional, physical and intellectual development
Work with a unique blend of new and returning children daily
Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughs and see the joy of the children participating in activities you helped plan
Develop creative hands-on activities and projects based on your observations of children’s interests and skills
Communicate with parents daily to share their child’s latest achievements
Implement curriculum to support children’s learning and development in all domains of well-being (cognitive, physical, social, and emotional)
Preschool Teacher Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Preschool Teacher
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, AED, EEC
Education for Preschool Teacher
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the preschool teacher job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Early Childhood, Education, Teaching, Associates, Professional Development, Human Development, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Special Education
Skills for Preschool Teacher
Desired skills for preschool teacher include:
Developmentally appropriate practices
Program standards and regulations and adhere to same
Effective and appropriate care-giving practices utilized in early childhood care
Head Start Performance Standards
APS community
Applicable UM policies and procedures
CACFP policies
Computer system
Developmentally appropriate practice
NAEYC Accreditation Standards and Code of Ethics
Desired experience for preschool teacher includes:
Will be expected to clean and maintain equipment and facility, and may move throughout the community with the children
Must be detail-oriented when filling out daily contact sheets for parents and when assisting fieldwork students with questions and concerns
Extensive and unique benefits for you and your family including medical, dental, and vision insurance, cell phone discounts, and pet insurance
24+ months' working with children ages 3-5 years in a licensed childcare facility
Reached 18 years of age
Coursework (minimum 6 credits hours) in early childhood education or child development or a CDA
Preschool Teacher Examples
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Preschool Teacher Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a preschool teacher. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for preschool teacher
- Actively support inclusion of children of all abilities by planning developmentally appropriate activities for a range of children’s abilities
- Document children’s learning and development using print and multimedia resources as part of on-going assessment
- Maintain National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation classroom portfolio
- Meet with families before child enrolls to develop a positive relationship and learn about family background (enrollment occurs in January, May, and August)
- Plan and attend at least two Family Night gatherings per semester
- Comply with all Department of Early Education and Care, National Association for the Education of Young Children, and Quality Improvement Rating Scale standards including regulations and professional development at level granted by each overseeing authority
- Guide your teaching team to develop classroom plans, goals, and hands-on activities based on your observations of children’s interests and skills
Qualifications for preschool teacher
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field plus one (1) year of experience in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Must possess a valid Arkansas Driver's Licence with reliable transportation with valid liability insurance and willingness to use for work purposes
- Must meet state specific guidelines for the role 12 ECE units
- Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field
- Flexible work schedule and availability
- EC Teaching Certification preferred
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Preschool Teacher Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a preschool teacher. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for preschool teacher
- Be able to plan and arrange a safe, motivating, classroom and outdoor environment for learning and enjoyment
- Experience working with special needs students (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred not required)
- Minimum of 12 units in Early Child Develpment
- Must have 45 hour training from DCF for the role
- Must possess a valid Arkansas Driver's License with reliable transportation with valid liability insurance and willingness to use for work purposes
Qualifications for preschool teacher
- In compliance with company policy and state regulations, a Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check is required for this position
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or interrelated field and 4 years direct childcare/teaching experience with groups of children 6 weeks to 12 years
- Must meet Ministry Formation Certification as required by Diocesain Policy
- Must have a high school or high school equivalency diploma and six months of the child care experience of NAC, CDA, CCP, or CPC credential or Associate degreee from accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, childhood development or closely related field
- MUST BE MA EEC PRESCHOOL TEACHER CERTIFIED!!!
- Have the ability to work in a team with other teachers to plan and assess children’s learning and development
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Preschool Teacher Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of preschool teacher. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for preschool teacher
- EEC Teacher certification
- Department Of Early Education and Care Certification
- DESE licensure required - Early Childhood & Mild/Moderate Disabilities
- 90 hour Child Care Certification
- AZ Teacher Certification, preferably in Early Childhood Education
- Department of Early Education and Care certified
Qualifications for preschool teacher
- Have professional teaching experience in a classroom
- Must possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and meet NAEYC candidacy requirements OR relevant Associate/Bachelor Degree (or willing to obtain)
- Must be EEC teacher certified
- Must possess active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to obtain)
- Food Handlers Card or willingness to obtain
- 6+ months working in a licensed childcare facility (required)
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Preschool Teacher Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a preschool teacher. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for preschool teacher
- Lead and collaborate with your team to develop creative hands-on activities and projects based on your observations of children’s interests and skills
- At least 2 years of experience working with children in a professional setting
- At least 1 year of experience working with children in a professional setting
- Early childhood coursework, CDA, or degree required
- 12 ECE units required
- Maintain membership in the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Qualifications for preschool teacher
- Familiarity with QRIS standards
- Ability to obtain Medication Administration Training
- Must be DEEC Preschool Teacher Certified
- Pass Criminal Background Check and FBI Fingerprinting
- Ability to effectively use Creative Curriculum for Preschool and Second Step curriculum
- If not already familiar, be able to research NAEYC Accreditation criteria including the Code of Ethics