Early Childhood Education Major
During the first several semesters, students in the Early Childhood Education major (pre-kindergarten through grade 4) work toward Pre-Professional Educator Status (PPES). Once PPES has been achieved, students officially become Pre-Professional Educators in the Department of Education. At that time, the student is eligible to take advanced education classes. Almost immediately, students pursuing teacher certification in Early Childhood Education enter into a program known as Field Experience, which culminates in a 12-week Student Teaching program in one of 46 surrounding school districts.
Careers in Early Childhood Education
Career opportunities lie in various school districts working directly with children, families, groups and communities.
The position can be as a:
- Teacher (pre-kindergarten through grade 4)
Alumni Story
Kayla Gursky ‘11 (York, Pa.) has spent the year since graduation helping the students in her special education classroom learn and grow more than she ever expected. As a special education preschool teacher for the Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12, Kayla described her job as both challenging and extremely rewarding.
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