Can anyone describe a early childhood educator?

Question

what does he or she do?

what qualities do you have to have?

Answer 1

An Early Childhood Educator with a B.S. degree is qualified to teach nursery school through third grade. In order to teach in an elementary school the teacher must also pass a standardized test called Praxis. An early childhood educator should have a passion for teaching, be patient and good-natured.

Answer 2

WHAT AN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR DOES:

. An early childhood educator utilizes play and interactive activities to develop language and vocabulary, introduce scientific and mathematical concepts and improve social skills.

She combines play and interactive activities with an increasing focus on early academic learning, including letter recognition, phonics, numbers and an awareness of science and nature.

She is invovled in planning and organizing a range of individual and group activities, including role play, movement, dance, singing, games, arts and crafts and nature activities.

Planning the indoor and outdoor environment to provide a positive and safe learning environment.

Using creative and practical skills to prepare inspiring learning materials.

Monitoring and reporting on children's development and identifying those with possible learning difficulties, consulting other professionals where appropriate.

Communicating effectively with parents about their children's development.

Dealing creatively and effectively with any problem situations that may arise.

Ensuring that the health and safety of children and staff is maintained at all times, both inside and outside the classroom environment.

Guiding children in finding social acceptance is on of the most important parts of the early childhood teacher's job.

QUALITIES:

The ability to use clear communication techniques and to create a happy, caring and stimulating learning environment.

The ability to transmit enthusiasm and to foster children's appetite for learning.

An imaginative approach, with highly developed creative and practical skills.

A sensitivity to the needs and feelings of young children, combined with the ability to establish a positive relationship with parents and other professionals.

A sound understanding of early childhood development and an awareness of problems that can interfere with normal development.

Energy, stamina, patience and resourcefulness.