Preschool Teachers rank among the fifty largest growth occupations in California with an impressive 46 percent new job growth. Private schools and public school districts will fill 18,570 new jobs and will need another 11,320 to replace the those teachers who retire or simply leave the job market. Salaries vary widely between geographical areas, individual qualifications, and the size and type of the school. Public school teachers work from four to six hours a day for nine months a year, although some districts maintain year-round programs. Many positions are part time.
Most employers offer vacation plans, health insurance, and sometimes educational benefits.
Teachers employed in California Children's Centers are included in the State Teachers Retirement System and receive health and sick leave benefits. Additional education may be necessary for advancement. Courses in administration and supervision, and an advanced academic degree are usually required for top-level positions. Teachers who advance their careers by opening their own schools must develop a program which conforms to State and local regulations. They must also deal with the added responsibilities of staffing and financing.