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What Can I Do with a Major in...Early Childhood Education?

 

Early Childhood Education


 

Description of Major 

This major educates students about how to provide learning opportunities for students and to develop personal and professional skills necessary for implementing inclusive learning environments for children from age three to eight, in pre-kindergarten through third grade.            

For more information on studying Early Childhood Education:  click here

 
Employment Opportunities 

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of positions in public or private education, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. A variety of jobs are available for early childhood education graduates, including:
 

Assistant Teacher

Audiovisual Specialist

Camp Director

Child Advocate                     

Child Care Aide                   

Children's Activity Director             

Curriculum Specialist                    

Day Care Provider

Early Childhood Teacher

Educational Consultant

Educational Materials Sales Representative

Educational Researcher                  

Peace Corps Volunteer                 

Preschool Teacher

School Board Member          

State Education Official

Student Affairs Representative

Teacher Aide

Tutor

Youth Advocate


Some positions listed may require education or training beyond an undergraduate degree.
 


Additional Links 

Association for Childhood Education International

American Association for Employment in Education 

National Association for the Education of Young Children

National Association for Early Childhood Teacher Educators

Early Childhood Links

UC College of Education

 

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