Preschool Teacher Job Description Template

Job title

Preschool Teacher

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable preschool teacher to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will plan play-based lessons and activities, teach early literacy, math and social skills and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Plan play-based lessons and activities
• Teach early literacy, math and social skills
• Supervise children and keep them safe
• Manage daily routines and transitions
• Observe and assess child development
• Communicate with families
• Follow licensing and health rules
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree
• Current license or certification as required by [state]
• Working knowledge of early childhood curriculum and classroom management
• Patience and warmth
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• State early childhood teacher license
• CPR and pediatric first aid
• Experience with learning center materials

Skills

• Child development observation
• Health and safety practices
• Family communication
• Lesson planning
• Creativity
• Communication

Work environment and schedule

Preschool teachers work in classrooms and playgrounds that are busy, noisy and active. The job involves bending, lifting children and staying alert all day. Most work full-time during the school year or year-round in childcare centers, with some early and late shifts.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.