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Education. Kaitlyn Little 10/29/13. Career Goal & Plan to meet my goal. Kindergarten & elementary school teachers prepare younger students for future schooling by teaching them the basics of subjects such as math & reading .
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Education Kaitlyn Little 10/29/13
Kindergarten & elementary school teachers prepare younger students for future schooling by teaching them the basics of subjects such as math &reading. • They generally work school hours when students are present, &use nights & weekends to prepare lessons &grade papers. Nature of Work
The average a teacher makes per year is around $34, 000 (to start out with). Earnings
I will attend UTM. • Bachelor's Degree • Tuition $7,500 Educational Requirements
Kindergarten Teacher Entry Levels Positions
I will be in a school building with students. Working Conditions
At least 120 expected annual job openings. Job Outlook
Teachers get incredible joy in seeing the difference they make as students gain new insights, become more interested in a subject &learn about themselves. Every day, teachers mold the future through impacting their students views &understandings. Teachers foster creativity, develop character, give students lenses with which to view the world and provide students with the skills they need to reach their potential &lead productive lives. Advantages
Many individuals are attracted to teaching by a sense of service, because they want to make a clear, tangible difference in the lives of others. As a teacher, you see the fruits of your efforts everyday as you use your intelligence & creativity to help students become excited & learn about new things. Continued…..
Teachers often struggle with the challenges of school budget cuts, large classroom sizes, increasingly demanding curriculum requirements &lack of parental involvement. School district financial woes may equate to pay cuts, layoffs &a reduction of job benefits, such as healthcare &retirement, for many teachers. Disadvantages
Some states have changed laws giving school districts more flexibility in eliminating tenured teaching positions. By eliminating tenured positions, districts are then able to hire new teachers for lower wages. Continued….
Absolutely love little kids • Enthusiasm • Being a people person & enjoy working w/ a wide range of people • Being fair-minded • Keeping your cool under pressure • Having good practice & a good sense of humor Person Skills
Being a kindergarten teacher would be a good job for me, because I enjoy working with little ones & I have always wanted to be this every since I was little. My reasons why this career would be a possibility.
Volunteering at Elementary School • Babysitting • Helping in Children’s Church Things that could be done to prepare..
http://education.qld.gov.au/hr/recruitment/teaching/qualities-good-teacher.htmlhttp://education.qld.gov.au/hr/recruitment/teaching/qualities-good-teacher.html • http://www.degreetree.com/resources/how-to-become-a-teacher • http://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/elementary-school-teacher/salary References