Preschool Teachers for hire in Springfield, MO

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Organizational Skills12%
    Communication Skills10%
    Time Management8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED70%
    Bachelor's degree19%
    Associate's degree6%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years14%
    3-5 years12%
  • Current company

    Grow to Know Preschool
    Mother's Touch Learning Center
    1st Kids Preschool & Child Care
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year17%
    1-2 years28%
    2-5 years52%

Browse Indeed's database of 531 profiles for Preschool Teachers in Springfield, MO

Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Preschool Teacher: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Springfield, MO: $49,062 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $42,704$56,366 yearly

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  • Shift Manager

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Elementary Education Teaching CertificationTeaching CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationDriver's LicenseProfessional Educator License

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportSchedule Management
  • Preschool Teacher

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDChild Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSIDS CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationDriver's License+3 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCPRCPRFirst Aid CertificationAdobe Creative SuiteCanva
  • Preschool Teacher Assistant/After School Care Lead

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRFood Handler CertificationBLS

    Skills

    Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPrivate School ExperienceCleaning
  • Teacher

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Teaching CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationDriver's LicenseProfessional Educator License+2 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementExperience Working with Individuals with AutismCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis Skills
  • Preschool Teacher

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeCNA

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer Support
  • Lead Teacher

    Springfield, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceExperience Working with ChildrenPreschool Experience

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What's the average time to fill a preschool teacher role?

The average time to fill a preschool teacher role is 120 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do preschool teachers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a preschool teacher include: organizational skills, communication skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a preschool teacher?

Common licenses or certifications for preschool teachers include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to preschool teachers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to preschool teachers include: daycare teacher, toddler lead teacher and lead teacher.

What level of education is common for a preschool teacher?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a preschool teacher in Springfield, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a preschool teacher?

Most preschool teachers have 5 years of professional experience.

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