Preschool Teachers for hire in Springfield, MO
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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 PreschoolMother's Touch Learning Center1st Kids Preschool & Child CareTime 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 LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportSchedule ManagementPreschool Teacher
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
AEDChild Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSIDS CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCPRCPRFirst Aid CertificationAdobe Creative SuiteCanvaPreschool Teacher Assistant/After School Care Lead
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRFood Handler CertificationBLSSkills
Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPrivate School ExperienceCleaningTeacher
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Teaching CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationDriver's LicenseProfessional Educator License+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementExperience Working with Individuals with AutismCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsPreschool Teacher
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeCNASkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportLead Teacher
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
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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