Education Careers

Education Careers prepares students for employment in early childhood education and related services. Our program provides the foundations for study in post-secondary education that can lead to other child-related careers. The program covers: planning and guiding developmentally appropriate activities for young children, guidance and discipline practices, basic health and safety principles, and an overview of the management and operation of licensed child care facilities. Students also gain experiences in one or more child care/preschool lab sites.

Instructor: Melynda Huckeby

A Typical Student in Education Careers

A solid academic student that wants a career in the education field
Career aspirations include elementary and special education teachers, preschool education teachers, instructional aides, counselors, social workers, school administrators, and day care workers
Enjoys working with young children

In the past
five years

Students have gone on to attend Purdue, Ball State, Indiana State, IU East, and Ivy Tech to study elementary or special education, human services, and early childhood education
Students have earned Indiana Awards for Excellence and placed at state competitions
Students have attended FCCLA state and national competitions

What You Will Learn

Learn teaching styles and strategies
Plan, write, and teach lessons
Complete teacher internships and classroom observations in local elementary schools and preschools
Apply INTASC standards, while implementing safety and ethical principles when working with children
Investigate licensing requirements related to careers in education

EDP I
EDP II

Course Information

Number of High School Credits:

Prerequisites:

None

Eligible Grade Levels:

11, 12

Location:

New Castle High School

Required Cost:

Approximately $103.00

Dual College Credits:

Industry Certifications:

CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Certification – Testing is required and fees apply.