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Become a Teacher
Learn the basic steps you’ll need to complete—from researching accredited schools to getting licensed in your state—that will help you become a teacher and help you succeed to inspire children.
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ECE Salary
Learn about the different salaries available—from your education level to the career type and if you are an entry level teacher vs an experienced teacher, how much can you make?
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Career Choices
Learn the basic career choices—from preschool to special education teachers, find out about the different careers, education level requirements and let us help you with your career goals.
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It is important to choose the right degree path to help plan your future as a Teacher,
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Associate’s Degrees
The Associate degree in early childhood education has an overall goal of preparing graduates for roles in classroom settings working directly with young children as a teachers assistant.
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The bachelor’s degree in early childhood education prepares graduates to teach young children that range in age from two to nine years of age, or from preschool through third grade.
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A master’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) prepares graduates to not only teach at a higher level to children, but also prepares this person for leadership career advancement.
Learn MoreCertifications
There are a number of basic career paths you can pursue with a certification in early childhood education, all of which can make a significant contribution to your teaching career longevity.
Learn MoreCareers in Early Childhood Education
Early childhood education careers cover a range of occupations from childcare workers to administrators to those who
teach others, learn more about some of the most popular teaching careers.
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Get It Today!Why Become a Teacher!
Once you know this is the calling for you and you're excited to see your students become more successful, then you know this is the right career path to pursue. Children from the ages of one to five that have a well balanced, high quality education receive long-term developmental and social engagement benefits. The role of an early childhood educator can be very challenging, but also very rewarding. Read some teacher testimonials below.
“As a young girl I always dreamed about becoming a teacher because my teachers were able to make learning so much fun. As I got older, school was not as easy for me but my teachers always took the time to help me understand what was being taught. My teachers fostered within me a desire to learn, challenge myself and explore. I wanted to share that same experience with others.”
Jana Fukada
Curriculum Coach at Mililani Uka Elementary School in Mililani, HI
I have always had a passion to better our world, I love learning and sharing those discoveries with others. As I learned to be a better teacher I have naturally taken an innovative approach to fully capture my students' attention
Ben B.
Teacher
My kindergarten teacher had such a big impact on my early childhood development that I knew at a young age I wanted to be a teacher and help young children find their path in life. So I think I was fortunate to understand my path and calling at a young age. I will always be thankful for the lessons I learned with my kindergarten teacher.
Jennifer S
Bachelor’s Student
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