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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
The Occupations
Childcare Director, Childcare Teacher, Childcare Assistant, Childcare Worker, School Teacher Aide, Nanny
About the Occupations
Child development teachers provide valuable experiences that enhance the lives of the most important people in the world, our children. The early childhood worker provides care for children such as feeding, diapering, and comforting, as well as programs to stimulate children’s social and intellectual development.
Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
WORK ENVIRONMENT | |
Employers |
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Typical Schedule | Child development workers typically work weekdays on a 35-40 hour schedule. There may be occasional night work. |
Tools and Equipment |
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WORKER PORTRAIT | |
Skills and Aptitudes |
Childcare workers need to be kind, patient, dependable, and emotionally stable. They should relate well with children and enjoy art, music, storytelling, and drama. They need to be creative and imaginative with a good sense of humor and an enthusiastic personality. They need to be able to provide fair, firm discipline when necessary. They should enjoy working with children and helping others. Childcare workers must be able to follow governmental standards and regulations. |
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OUTLOOK | OCCUPATION |
Good | Childcare Directors |
Good | School Teacher Aides |
Excellent | Nannies |
Excellent | Childcare Workers |
POSITION | SALARY (PER YEAR) |
Childcare Directors | $9,984-$16,640 |
School Teacher Aides | $8,840-$20,400 |
Nannies | $10,192-$14,310 |
Childcare Workers | Varies |
(Note: Individual earnings may vary based upon the job setting and position. These are ranges not guarantees of earnings.)
Sources: AED Foundation, DISCOVER, The Occupational Outlook Handbook, Bureau of Labor Elementary Statistical Methods
Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
CONCENTRATION OPTIONS | DEGREE / CERTIFICATE TYPE | DEGREE PLANS |
Child Development | Associate in Applied Science | View Degree Plan |
Child Development | Certificate | View Degree Plan |
Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).