Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
What is a Preschool Teacher, Except Special Education?
A Preschool Teacher, Except Special Education, is a professional responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for young children, typically ranging from ages 3 to 5, prior to their entry into kindergarten. These educators focus on delivering educational programs that promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through play-based learning and structured activities. They create lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards, fostering a love of learning and curiosity in their students. Preschool teachers often use a variety of teaching methods and materials, including stories, music, art, and hands-on activities, to engage children and capture their interest. They also observe and assess children’s progress, communicating regularly with parents about their child's development and well-being. Overall, these teachers play a vital role in laying the foundation for a child's future educational journey and personal growth.
Tasks
- Teach basic skills, such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Technology Skills
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Computer based training software
- Common Curriculum
- EasyCBM
- Padlet
- Schoology
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Desktop communications software
- Bloomz
- ClassDojo
- Edmodo
- Tadpoles
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Multi-media educational software
- Nearpod
- Seesaw
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Electronic mail software
- Email software
Tools Used
- Sand or water tables or activity centers
- Mobile medical services first aid kits
- Balance or gross motor equipment
- Photocopiers
- Board games
Knowledge
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Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Skills
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Instructing
Teaching others how to do something.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
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Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Abilities
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
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Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
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Originality
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Bachelor's degree
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Some college, no degree
Work Activities
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Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Training and Teaching Others
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
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Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Detailed Work Activities
- Teach life skills.
- Provide for basic needs of children.
- Set up classroom materials or equipment.
- Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
- Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
Work Interests
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Social
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
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Artistic
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$28200.0 - $60900.0
New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.