Preschool Teachers - Main Preschool Teachers Preschool teachers introduce young children to formal learning. Preschool teachers teach concepts in numbers, the alphabet, and colors. They use games, music, play materials, and activities in their lessons. They help students build skills in physical coordination.
Teachers expand students' experiences with field trips, drama, and art.
They teach good health, safety, and grooming habits. They plan and lead basic educational programs. Preschool teachers are often called kindergarten teachers. Many children attend preschool for only half a day. Thus teachers may work with a different group of children in the morning and in the afternoon.