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Chapter 1:
Early Childhood Careers
Child Care Today, Chapter 1: Early Childhood Careers
There is a high demand for qualified professionals to work in early childhood careers. These jobs require specific characteristics. skills. education. training. responsibilities.
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Child Care Today,
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Demand for Early Childhood Professionals
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WILL keep growing.
Dual Income homes.
QUALITY
education before age five
leads to better
academic scores and fewer behavior issues.
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Child Care Today,
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Demand for Early Childhood Professionals
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Parents who work outside the home during the early years of their child
’
s development find that choosing good
child care
is one of the most important decisions they can make for their child.
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Child Care:Slide4
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Demand for Early Childhood Professionals
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A growing
trend
over the last several decades indicates that almost two-thirds of all children under age five spend some time in someone
’
s care other than their parents
’.
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Trend:Slide5
Child Care Today,
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Early Care and Education Programs
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C
hild
care programs focus
on
overall developmental needs such
as
secure attachments.
positive self-esteem.
nurturing children
’
s emerging skills and abilities.
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Child Care Today,
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Early Care and Education Programs
Chapter 1: Early Childhood Careers
foster a family-friendly environment.
encourage parent participation.
refer families to services such as family counseling.
Child Care Centers
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Early Care and Education Programs
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A provider cares for children in
the provider’s
home
Requires a license or certification
Often less expensive than child care centers
Usually has fewer children than child care centers
Family Child Care Homes
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Child Care Today,
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Chapter 1:
Early Childhood CareersA nanny may be hired to provide full- or part-time child care in a family’s home.
Early Care and Education Programs
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Nanny:Slide9
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Chapter 1:
Early Childhood CareersWhen a family hires an au pair, both the family and the au pair can benefit from new cultural experiences.
Early Care and Education Programs
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Au Pair:Slide10
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Early Care and Education Programs
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Nannies and Au Pair
M
ay
not live with the family.
Some caregivers offer their services on an emergency or on-call
basis: Who are these people?
In-Home Care
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Inclusive and Diverse Environments
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P
rograms
and
centers should n not discriminate against
people
with disabilities.
Centers need to accommodate
the needs of children with
disabilities and their families
.
P
rofessionals
respect children and families of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
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Child Care Today,
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Your
Role in Child CareChapter 1: Early Childhood Careers
YOUR success
depends on a combination of your personal traits, attitudes, skills, and abilities.
YOU SHOULD POSSESS characteristics
that help a child care provider become successful.
Education and training
WILL
help prepare you for a career.
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Child Care Today,
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Careers in Early Childhood
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Training in the field of early childhood care opens many career opportunities, including
owning or managing a child care center.
working with children and parents as a social worker or other human services professional.
teaching other adults about children.
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Working with Children
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Early childhood programs are available at a variety of
settings.
How many ways can you think of where interact or work with children?
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Child Care Today,
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Choosing a Career Path
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Early Childhood Careers
Setting educational and career goals is the first step in planning your career.
Education, training, and experience vary by specific job and location.
Each state sets its own standards, so find out about your state
’
s requirements.
Look for intern or volunteer experiences to find out if this career is right for you.
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The Child Development Associate credential is offered in four areas: infant/toddler caregivers in center-based programs, preschool caregivers in center-based programs, family child care providers, and in-home home care.
Provider Certification
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Child Development Associate (CDA):Slide17
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Provider Certification
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Federal, state, and county or city government agencies have created certification and credentialing programs.
The board of education in each state determines certification requirements.
Many states require the CDA credential or similar training and education.
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Chapter 1:
Early Childhood CareersND requires criminal background checks before being employed in child care.What happens if there is criminal activity?
Criminal Background Checks
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If a background check reveals criminal activity involving children, state law requires that the employer reject the candidate or dismiss him or her if already hired.Slide19
Child Care Today,
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Chapter 1:
Early Childhood CareersIt is YOUR responsibility to maintain confidentiality. How do we do this?
Privacy and Confidentiality
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Name five places you can work with children.
Review Key Concepts
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Any five:
Boys and Girls Clubs; resource and referral agencies; hospitals or hospices; libraries; zoos, gardens, nature centers; cruise ships, shopping malls, fitness centers; shelters; professional organizations; before- and after-school care; family education agencies; high school or university child care centers; intergenerational care centers; kindergartens; mental health agencies; children
’
s museums; parks and recreation programs; prisons with in-house child visitation; public or private preschool programs; school health center; state education boards; summer camps and sports clinics; U.S. military bases
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