Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

General Information

Description

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

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

Responsibility
Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

Industry areas

Education & Training

Job Outlook

Employment of preschool teachers is projected to grow 15 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 63,100 openings for preschool teachers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$30,210

State-by-state Salary

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$46,990

$22,480

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

High school 28%
Bachelor's degree 17%
Some college 12%
Master's degree 12%
Associate's degree 11%
Post-secondary certificate 10%
Post baccalaureate 7%
Doctoral degree 0%
Less than high school 0%
Post-doctoral training 0%
Post-master's certificate 0%
First professional degree 0%

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Knowledge

Education and Training
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Psychology
Public Safety and Security

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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