Preschool teacher

Educational requirements

100

Does this career require a college or technical degree?

Yes, a college degree. At the very least a Associate's degree

200

How many years of school does it require?

At least 4 hours

300

What are good colleges to attend for this career?

Arizona State University 

New York University

Grand Canyon University

Required Skills

100

What skills does this career require?

Communication skills, Creativity, Interpersonal skills, Organizational skills, Patience, and Physical stamina

200

Does this job require you to be able to not let your personal life interfere with your work life?

Yes

300

What is this job responsible for?

They are responsible for..

• Teach children basic skills such as identifying colors, shapes, numbers, and letters
• Work with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children and on the subject matter
• Plan and carry out a curriculum that focuses on different areas of child development
• Organize activities so children can learn about the world, explore interests, and develop skills
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure children have enough physical activity and rest
• Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in each child and bring them to the attention of the child’s parents
• Keep records of the children’s progress, routines, and interests, and inform parents about their child’s development

Salary

100

How much is the annual salary?

$30,210

200

How much do they pay hourly?

$14.52

300

What is the least you can make? Most?

Least Annually: $22,840

Most Annually: $58,530

Job Zone

100

What is the job description?

Preschool teachers educate and care for children younger than age 5 who have not yet entered kindergarten. They teach language, motor, and social skills to young children.

200

What hours/days are required to work?

5 days a week, Monday through Friday. 8 hours a week

300

Is this a career that can be found in any city?

Yes

400

What's this jobs environment?

Teachers in districts with a year-round schedule typically work 9 weeks in a row and then have a break for 3 weeks before starting a new school session.

Aspects and Conditions

100

What are benefits of this career?

• Rewarding Work Experience
• Discounted Childcare
• Health Insurance
• 401K and Life Insurance
• Good Work-Life Balance

200

What are some things that may not be so great about the career?

Managing a room full of young children can be delightful, but it can also be hard and can drain a lot of your energy. The day-to-day challenges you will face can range from dealing with difficult behaviors to crying and cranky children.

300

What type of activities does this job do? 

Playing, problem solving, experimenting, storytelling, rhyming games

400

What types of technology does this job use?

Anything from electronic technology such as laptops, cameras, and recording devices as well off-screen technology such as painting, cutting, gluing, and building.