The professional competence of a teacher is characterized by awareness their role in modern society, a high level of knowledge in the special and related fields, possession of theoretical knowledge and practical pedagogical skills, creative emotional attitude towards the chosen profession. This article is devoted to the structure of preschool English teachers’ professional competence.

Professional competence, preschool, theoretical knowledge

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