Preschool Teacher Jobs:
Information & Resources

When you're searching for preschool teacher jobs, you need to arm yourself with the most current information.

What does a preschool teacher do? How much are they typically paid? How do I go about finding a job? How do I prepare for a job interview?

All of these questions and more are answered below.

Preschool Teacher Jobs - Description

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Preschool teachers educate children who have not started kindergarten yet, usually aged 3 to 5, both individually and in groups. They do so by planning and implementing a preschool curriculum that covers various areas of a child’s development, such as motor skills, social and emotional development, and language development.

Preschool teacher jobs are important for the development of children. Early childhood educators introduce children to reading and writing, expand their vocabulary, creative arts, science, and social studies. They use books, music, films games, computers, artwork, and other tools to teach concepts and skills.

Preschool teachers realize the importance of children's play to enhance language and vocabulary development, improve social skills, and introduce scientific and mathematical concepts. 

To prepare students for kindergarten, letter and sound recognition, numbers, and awareness of nature and science are introduced during the preschool age.

Early childhood educators often work with students from diverse ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds. It is important for preschool teachers to be able to work effectively with a varied student population. Teachers may also include multicultural lesson plans, to address the needs of all students, regardless of their cultural background.

Part-time schedules are common among preschool teachers. Many teachers work the traditional 9-month school year with a 2 or 3-month vacation during the summer. During the summer vacation break, teachers might teach in summer camps, take other jobs, travel, or pursue personal interests. Many enroll in college courses or workshops to continue their education. Preschool teachers working in day care settings usually work year round.

Preschool Teacher Jobs Salary

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for all preschool teachers was $27,450 in 2009. However, teachers can make significantly more if they work for certain employers (see chart below).

Industry	Employment	Hourly mean wage	Annual mean wage
Child Day Care Services	274,290	$11.81	$24,560
Elementary and Secondary Schools	63,560	$18.58	$38,640
Individual and Family Services	15,790	$13.94	$28,990
Civic and Social Organizations	7,140	$12.13	$25,230
Religious Organizations	6,870	$14.09	$29,300

Source: http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes252011.htm

Teachers' income also tends to increase as their own education level rises. Consider earning your degree or enrolling in professional development courses.

Searching for Preschool Teacher Jobs

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Once you have decided that teaching preschool is the career for you, the next step is to find a job. There are different places that one can look to find open positions.

• If you have decided you'd like to teach in a school setting, you may want to look directly on your local school district's website for openings (or contact the Human Resources department).
• You may also want to check your local newspaper's classified section. Local schools, organizations, and even daycare centers will advertise their open positions there.
• One of my favorite places to search for a preschool teaching job is by checking the online job search engines, like Monster. They not only list open jobs, but allow you to apply directly through them by submitting your resume, cover letter, etc. Access More Career Tools, Advice, and Information. Create a FREE Monster Account Today!

Interview Questions for Preschool Teacher Jobs

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After you have polished your teaching resume and applied for a job that you really want, you need to brush up on your teaching interview skills. 

If you would like sample interview questions for preschool teacher jobs, I highly recommend Candace Davies' book - A+ Teachers' Interview Edge.

If the idea of attending a preschool job interview leaves you feeling…

- Nauseous
- Un-prepared
- Anxious
- Nervous; or
- Overwhelmed

…Candace can help. The prospect of attending a job interview can turn even the most confident person into a quivering wreck. With so much to think about when preparing for an interview, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. The good news is that help is at hand with A+ Teachers' Interview Coaching service.

Candace’s interview coaching service is so helpful because she will guide you through every imaginable aspect of the interview process, from choosing the right clothes to wear to coaching you on interview questions. Since the competitiveness of the job market is steadily growing, having an interview coach will give you the competitive edge you need.

Candace will help you eliminate the stress associated with job interviews by making sure that you are fully prepared. A major part of that lies in practicing answers to a diverse list of interview questions, as well as participating in a mock interview. Candace’s wealth of knowledge will come in handy for preparing interview questions and coaching you in how to properly answer them for the best results.

Beyond knowing what to expect and preparing your answers, Candace’s interview coaching will also help you with presenting your best self, making a good first impression, presenting yourself confidently, maintaining positive body language and eye contact, and effectively communicating your passion for teaching.

Through her 9+ years of experience working directly with educators, Candace knows what works in an interview and she now wants to pass that knowledge on to you. A+ Teachers’ interview coaching service will make all the difference in your interview preparation and performance.

Visit Candace’s A+ Teachers Interview website today, and discover the exact advice and secrets that Candace uses to help thousands of her clients from all over the world to succeed in teaching job interviews. Here’s the site:

Read more about A+ Teachers' Interview Edge here.

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