How much does a Lead Preschool Teacher make in Oakland, CA? The average Lead Preschool Teacher salary in Oakland, CA is $45,627 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $41,189 and $52,150. 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.

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Lead Preschool Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $37,148 Oakland,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $41,189 Oakland,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $45,627 Oakland,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $52,150 Oakland,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lead Preschool Teacher Salary $58,089 Oakland,CA March 26, 2024
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My Little Learning Tree Inc - San Francisco , CA
Position Overview: We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Preschool Teacher to join our team, focusing on the education and care of children aged 2-3 years old. The ideal candidate will have a background in early childhood education, demonstrating a passion for fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children can thrive, learn, and grow. Key Responsibilities: Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for 2-3-year-olds that promotes physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. Create a welcoming and safe classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration. Engage children in activities that encourage language development, social interaction, and fine/gross motor skills. Conduct regular observations and assessments of childrens development, maintaining individual portfolios to track progress. Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, including regular communication about childrens progress and activities. E
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Vistability - Concord , CA
Position: Preschool Instructor for Children with Disabilities Location: Concord or Richmond, CA Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am - 2:30pm (32.5 paid hours/week) Compensation: $21 per hour plus great benefits! Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Employee Discount program for restaurants, shopping, travel.. even Disneyland! Paid vacation, Sick Days, and 11 paid Holidays plus a paid 'holiday' on the employees birthday. Accrue 2 weeks Vacation during your first year. Vacation accrual rates will increase with years of service! The Preschool Instructor (non-credentialed teacher) works with children ages 0 to 3 years old with developmental delays, behavioral and/or emotional challenges, as well as those who may be on the autism spectrum in our early intervention program and preschool. Our early intervention preschools provide a well structured environment with activities that are designed to meet the developmental and behavior
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Guidepost Montessori - Emeryville , CA
We are now hiring a Lead Infant Teacher for our lovely Guidepost Montessori school in Emeryville, CA Get the opportunity to nurture infants with an environment designed for their growth, exploration, and independence! $39-$48K depending on experience with sign on bonus. Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Lead Guide (Teacher) to support a mixed-age class of infant age children in a Montessori environment. In a Montessori community, guides (teachers) carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child's interest. Guides provide personalized support to each child. They work with children individually and in small groups, demonstrating how to use the materials and perform activities with them, and giving precise language to understand their experiences. Because of the carefully prepared environment and individualized support, children in a Montessori class have tremendous liberty to explore the environment and work on materials of their cho
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GLIDE - San Francisco , CA
Glide FYCC Preschool, nestled within the Janice Mirikitani Family, Youth and Childcare Center (FYCC), invites passionate and dedicated individuals to apply for the position of Preschool Teacher. Since its inception in 1999, FYCC has been at the forefront of providing comprehensive support to children from low-income households. Our mission is to create a nurturing and culturally diverse environment where every child can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Join our team as a Lead Teacher, where you'll craft and execute engaging activities tailored to the developmental stages of toddlers and preschoolers. Your role entails addressing their social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs while ensuring adherence to safety regulations set by the CA Community Care Licensing Department of Social Services. Collaborating closely with the Program Manager and peers, you'll cultivate an enriching environment conducive to every child's learning journey. We seek compassionate early chi
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Galileo Learning - Alameda , CA
Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to change the world! With over 70 diverse communities served and hundreds of thousands of kids inspired since 2002, we are a leader in the Innovation Education Movement. We also partner directly with schools and districts through our "Galileo X" program to provide expanded learning opportunities to students in under-resourced schools. Here, innovation, purpose, and personal development converge, creating an environment where your talents shine, and your impact is celebrated. We invest, test and continually iterate to sustain a culture that values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We were named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for in the Nation in 2023.. We have also been on the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area list more than 12 times, were named one of Forbes' Best Small Companies in 2017, and a Top 100 Real Impact Company in 2019. Job Descrip
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MY LITTLE LEARNING TREE INC - San Francisco , CA
Position Overview: We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Preschool Teacher to join our team, focusing on the education and care of children aged 2-3 years old. The ideal candidate will have a background in early childhood education, demonstrating a passion for fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children can thrive, learn, and grow. Key Responsibilities: - Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for 2-3-year-olds that promotes physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. - Create a welcoming and safe classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration. - Engage children in activities that encourage language development, social interaction, and fine/gross motor skills. - Conduct regular observations and assessments of children’s development, maintaining individual portfolios to track progress. - Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, including regular communication about children’s progress and a
- 2 days ago

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About Oakland, California    Oakland is in the eastern region of the San Francisco Bay. In 1991 the City Hall tower was at 37°48′19″N 122°16′21″W / 37.805302°N 122.272539°W / 3....More

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