how long do you have to go to college to be a kindergarten teacher? what courses do you take?

Answer 1

Most college and universities will have a 4-year program for early childhood education. With this program you can earn either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science. Your major would be early childhood education (or a variation of depending on the school you attend) and your minor could be anything you like, but preferably something to help you in your future endeavors, such as technical writing, English, language arts, art, foreign language, et cetera. Once you receive your accredited four year degree in an approved degree program, you can apply and/or test for a teaching license in the state you reside and/or wish to teach. To further your education, there are Masters and Ph.D.s available in all areas of education.

Look at any college or university website under the academic curriculum listing to see the courses required for degree completion.

Answer 2

The nice thing about wanting to be a kindergarten teacher - you can get some hands on experience as a teacher's aide while taking courses to be a teacher yourself.

If four years is too long for you, consider preschool or daycare centers and work with the four and five year olds. It only takes two years to get your CDA to become a daycare or preschool teacher. (two years of classes but they require so much hands on time in that setting as well).

Answer 3

You will need a teaching degree (at least 4 yrs. of college) and early childhood endorsement is a must when working with K. My advice is to make sure you visit a K or 1st grade classroom before making the decision to teach it...Good luck

Answer 4

You need a 4 year education degree, preferably Early Education.
Contact some Universities to see what curriculum you'd study.