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How much does a Preschool Teacher make in Kansas City, MO? The average Preschool Teacher salary in Kansas City, MO is $38,520 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $34,780 and $44,030. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Preschool Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Preschool Teacher Salary $31,375 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Preschool Teacher Salary $34,780 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Preschool Teacher Salary $38,520 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Preschool Teacher Salary $44,030 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Preschool Teacher Salary $49,047 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
25% $34,780 10% $31,375 90% $49,047 75% $44,030 $38,520 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Preschool Teacher designs and structures the curriculum and monitors students' progress to ensure activities are meeting the children's needs. Oversees the educational activities of children within the day care classroom. Being a Preschool Teacher participates in parent conferences to discuss child's growth and development. Maintains a clean, safe, and nurturing environment. In addition, Preschool Teacher typically requires an associate degree in early childhood education or equivalent. Typically requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Preschool Teacher occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Preschool Teacher typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Job Openings for Preschool Teacher in Kansas City, MO
  • As a Preschool Teacher at the Primrose School at St.Charles Community College, you will foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in children-all while h...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Great Benefits. Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance. Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance. Employer subsidized retirement plan. Paid H...
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  • Build a brighter future for all children. Teaching is more than a job. It's an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in children-all w...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • We are now hiring a Lead Children's House Guide for our lovely Guidepost Montessori School at Ellisville. Get the opportunity to empower 3 to 6-year-olds t...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool is looking to expand our teaching family. We invite you to be part of this special place, where you can experience ...
    - 4 Days Ago

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    Preschool Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Day Care Worker I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Kansas City, Missouri    Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in....More

Kansas City, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Kansas City, Missouri

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