Job Market for Kindergarten Teachers in the United States

Current Overview

• Estimated Number of Kindergarten Teachers: Approximately 123,400
• Job Market Growth: Expected to grow by 0.6% from 2022 to 2032.

Employability Rating

• CareerExplorer Rating: D (indicating weak employment opportunities).
• Future Demand: Approximately 6,600 new kindergarten teachers needed over the next 10 years, driven by:
  • 700 additional positions
  • 5,900 retirements of existing teachers

Supply of Kindergarten Teachers

The kindergarten teacher workforce is concentrated in specific states, with the highest employment levels found in:

State	Employed Kindergarten Teachers
Texas	15,300
California	13,900
Florida	11,210
Washington	7,740
New York	6,770
Georgia	5,210
New Jersey	4,910
Illinois	4,690
Ohio	4,560
Virginia	4,230
Pennsylvania	4,170
Colorado	3,740
Tennessee	3,320
North Carolina	3,260
Minnesota	3,070
Massachusetts	3,070
Arizona	2,920
Maryland	2,630
Kentucky	2,540
South Carolina	2,360
Indiana	2,360
Oklahoma	2,180
Missouri	1,930
Louisiana	1,760
Wisconsin	1,700
Arkansas	1,650
Michigan	1,610
Connecticut	1,530
Nevada	1,500
Kansas	1,220
New Mexico	1,140
Oregon	1,120
Mississippi	1,110
West Virginia	1,030
Alaska	990
Maine	990
Nebraska	940
Iowa	870
South Dakota	630
Alabama	610
Rhode Island	560
Utah	540
North Dakota	470
Wyoming	450
Delaware	430
Montana	410
New Hampshire	380
Idaho	380
Vermont	350
Puerto Rico	140
District of Columbia	90
Guam	80

Conclusion

While the job market for kindergarten teachers shows modest growth, the employability rating suggests challenges in securing positions. The concentration of jobs in certain states indicates where opportunities may be more abundant, particularly in Texas, California, and Florida. Those interested in this career should consider these factors and remain adaptable to evolving educational needs.