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Early childhood education
Early childhood education covers the education of a child from the period from birth to nine years of age.
Characteristics of a Successful Teacher
- Has a positive attitude.
- Is fond of children.
- Relates easily and spontaneously to others.
- Is a patient, confident, and caring individual.
- Is a positive, happy individual.
- Has knowledge in curriculum, child growth and development, and child guidance.
- Has lot of energy.
- Provides interesting materials.
- Is flexible and adapts well to the requirements of others.
- Is compassionate, accepting children's strong emotions such as anger, love and wonder.
Job Opportunities in Early Childhood
There are more job opportunities in early childhood. Early childhood programs occur in a variety of settings. Schools, apartment buildings, homes, centers, businesses, parks, and houses of worship are examples. As a result, early childhood specialists may find themselves choosing from a number of job alternatives. Nannies, au pairs, kindergarten teachers, child care teachers and directors, and licensing specialists will be needed. You may find additional possibilities in business settings.
Job Possibilities
- Aide in the public school system
- Au pair
- Author of children's books
- Beautician for children
- Child care teachers
- Children's art instructor
- Children's book salesperson
- Children's clothing designer
- Children's clothing salesperson
- Children's dance instructor
- Children's librarian
- Children's photographer
- Children's ski instructor
- Director of preschool or Head Start center
- Editor of parenting and children's magazines
- Family child care providers
- Foster parents
- Head Start teacher
- Nanny
- Parent educator
- Playground designer
- Preschool teacher
There is so much more.
Child Care Centers
Facilities that offer full-day children's programs are often called child care centers. The focus of most of these centers is to provide care and education. The care is designed to meet the child's basic nutrition, health, and safety needs. The curriculum emphasizes the whole child including his or her social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs. Most child care centers open early in the morning and remain open until six or seven o'clock in the evening. Some centers provide care for children 24 hours per day.
Education
The curriculum in a Head Start program is designed to meet the needs of each child. One goal is to build self-esteem that will lead to future success in school. Staff encourage self-confidence, curiosity, and self-discipline. A variety of learning experiences are designed to meet the children's needs in all four areas of development. Staff and the child's entire family work as a team to plan curriculum and teach children. Parent involvement is the heart of the program. On preschool achievement tests, Head Start children perform equal to or better than their peers. Once they enter school, these children are more likely to be successful.
References
- Herr, Judy. "Working with Young Children". Tinley Park, Illinois: The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc,2002.
ISBN 1-56637822-2
See the article on the Reggio Emilia approach for information on a philosophy of early childhood education.
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Referenced By
EduCation | Educate | Education in New Zealand | Educational issues | Educator | Teaching methods
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