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Preschool Teacher
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A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$42,713 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Preschool Teacher at Kings County Office Of Education Print Application Deadline 9/4/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/27/2026 Contact Morgan Santos 5595892500 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 48,678 - 59,226 Annually Add'l Salary Info Benefits included are medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Length of Work Year This is a 7-hours per day, 190-days per school year position (Prorated for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year) Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, provide instruction using principles and appropriate learning strategies to support children's developmental growth in social-emotional development, cognitive development, language development, physical development, nutrition education, and engaging parents in their child's learning. The Preschool Teacher will design and implement an effective Early Childhood Education program in compliance with local, state and federal regulations. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications An Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field is required. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Possess or be eligible to obtain a valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing permit as a Child Development Teacher. Possess a valid CPR/ First Aide Certificate. Certificate of Achievement in Child Development-Special Education is desired. May be required to possess a valid Driver License and maintain insurability. Must be able to travel to various sites/locations for business purposes within a reasonable time frame. Certificate Copy (Copy of Child Development Permit) Copy of Transcript Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (One-To-Three Letters of Recommendation, at least one from within the past year) Resume Requirements / Qualifications An Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field is required. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Possess or be eligible to obtain a valid California Commission on Teacher Credentialing permit as a Child Development Teacher. Possess a valid CPR/ First Aide Certificate. Certificate of Achievement in Child Development-Special Education is desired. May be required to possess a valid Driver License and maintain insurability. Must be able to travel to various sites/locations for business purposes within a reasonable time frame. Certificate Copy (Copy of Child Development Permit) Copy of Transcript Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (One-To-Three Letters of Recommendation, at least one from within the past year) Resume Links Related To This Job California Workplace - Know Your Rights The City of Hanford Website The City of Lemoore Website View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators