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Career Opportunities with a Major in Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education

 

 

Begin studies with CCA and move on to a four year college or university if you are planning to become a K – 12 teacher.  For early childhood education group leader or director jobs get all the training you need here at CCA. 

After obtaining a bachelor’s degree and upon acquiring licensure, which is required in all 50 states, individuals interested in Early Childhood, Elementary, & Secondary Education can pursue a career in public or private school districts, or in other related fields. Graduates in Early Childhood Education are prepared to work with pre-primary, as well as primary-aged children, in both public and private sectors. With additional coursework, they can become specialized in parent education, special education, bilingual / bicultural, and literacy. Licensure in Elementary Education prepares students to teach children in grades K-6. As increasing numbers of teachers retire and the school population grows, opportunities for new teachers occur. Students are encouraged to increase their marketability by minoring in an area of educational specialization such as bilingual / bicultural, early childhood, parenting, reading, and special education at the four year college or university.

SKILLS RELATED TO EARLY CHILDHOOD, ELEMENTARY, & SECONDARY EDUCATION

  • Comprehensive command of grammar and vocabulary
  • Good listening, clarifying, questioning, and responding skills
  • Ability to teach / train and explain ideas clearly
  • Proficient in interpersonal, oral, and written communications
  • Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
  • Relate well with people of differing personalities and backgrounds
  • Understanding of educational theories and practices
  • Confidence in writing and presenting information
  • Sound organizational skills and lesson planning
  • Ability in dealing with parents or guardians
  • Ability to teach students with different learning levels
  • Flexibility, creativity and ability to work in groups

The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals in Early Childhood, Elementary, & Secondary Education. Click on highlighted jobs for more information on training, income and job outlook.  The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which Early Childhood, Elementary, & Secondary Education majors may consider.

 

Many of these jobs also require education beyond an associate’s
and bachelor's degree.

Adult Education Teacher
Assistant Principal
Audiovisual Specialist

Author

Camp Counselor

Career Director

College Dean

Community Educator

Computer Specialist

Counselor

Curriculum Supervisor

Education Consultant

Educational Therapist

Elementary Teacher

Librarian

Overseas Educator

Personnel Specialist

Preschool Teacher

Program Director

Publisher

Resource Assistant

School Counselor

School Psychologist

Secondary Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Speech Pathologist

Substitute Teacher

Superintendent

Training Instructor

Tutor

EMPLOYERS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD, ELEMENTARY, & SECONDARY EDUCATION

  • Boards of Education
  • Bookstores
  • Colleges/Universities
  • Community Organizations
  • Day Care Centers
  • Educational Material Firms
  • Elementary Schools
  • Government Agencies
  • Libraries
  • Nursery Schools
  • Orphanages
  • Overseas Education Institutions
  • Research Firms
  • Secondary Schools

WEB SITES RELATED TO EARLY CHILDHOOD, ELEMENTARY, & SECONDARY EDUCATION

·        Center for Teaching Excellence
·        Associate of Arts, Early Childhood Education Advising Sheet
·        Associate of Arts, Elementary Education Advising Sheet
·        Associate of Applied Science, Early Childhood Education Advising Sheet
·        Certificate, Early Childhood Education Group Leader Advising Sheet
·        Certificate, Early Childhood Education Director Advising Sheet
·        Certificate, Early Childhood Education, Adult Education & Family Literacy Advising Sheet

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS FIELD

OTHER RESOURCES RELATED TO EARLY CHILDHOOD, ELEMENTARY, & SECONDARY EDUCATION

The above information has been obtained from numerous colleges, professional associations, and multiple print and online resources.