Preschool Teacher

Code: 25-2011.00

Also known as: Child Development Teacher, Early Childhood Teacher, Group Teacher, Infant Teacher, Montessori Preschool Teacher, Nursery Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (Pre-K Teacher), Preschool Teacher, Teacher, Toddler Teacher

Description: Preschool teachers are early education professionals that work with students who have not yet attended kindergarten. These students are usually between the ages of 3 and 5. Some states require professional certification for a preschool teacher to work with children. Some employers also require a relevant degree or extensive experience in the field.

Preschool Teacher

Typical wages


10% $21,900
25% $26,220
Median $31,930
75% $42,350
90% $58,230
10% $10.53
25% $12.61
Median $15.35
75% $20.36
90% $28

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
540,400
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
553,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 50,600