My dream is to become a Kindergarden teacher. What classes should I take, High School and College?

Question

I'd love to be a Kindergarden teacher! I also love writing. It would be amazing to be an author part time, also...what High School and College classes would I take for both of these?

And, how long does it normally take to become a Kindergarden Teacher? 4 years?? Hmmm...any good colleges? Let me know!

--Thanks--

Answer 1

I'm a teacher so I'll speak to that part of your question. I'll let a writer answer the other part. :)

In High School you should try and take and home economics classes (like child care) that you can. Any pyschology classes (if they offer those in high school now) focusing on child psychology of course. Maybe some music classes since they sing a lot in K.

In College, you'll need a Bacholor's Degree in Elementary Education OR in Early Childhood Education. If you are really sure you want K, then go Early Childhood. They can teach Pre-K through 2 or 3 I think depending on the state. You'll take the basic classes the first two years and then get more into the core classes the last two with the internships in the final year of course.

College suggestions? Depends on your needs. Cost is a factor, closeness to home, etc. Look into universities near you and check out those two programs I mentioned above. Talk to K teachers in your area (local schools) and ask where they went and how they felt about the programs there.

Best of Luck!! We need good teachers!

Answer 2

Any AP categories make university less complicated and can even get you university credit. Public speakme categories are a have got to. They is also youngsters, however it's nonetheless public speakme and that terrifies such a lot people. The extra you do it the extra you're going to get used to it. Any sociology or psychology publications in case your tuition presents them, plus Child Development. My tuition did not present those so I'm no longer certain in the event that they could be to be had. Typing and pc categories. Try and use Macs when you consider that that's what such a lot colleges have. The extra pc savvy you're the higher. Basic English and Math. Sounds foolish however youngsters repeat what they pay attention and notice. If your grammar is deficient, youngsters be taught extra from what you assert than worksheets. Basic accounting. Many academics now methods to fill out a annually requisition order for school room components. Knowing methods to maintain monitor of cash is exceptional for this and your individual existence. Library Science. If your tuition has a library assistant role or magnificence that is going to be one of the crucial priceless matters you would ever be taught. Library Science is the artwork of discovering knowledge. While different academics is also scrambling to uncover assets for his or her classes and citations for his or her provide proposals, you're going to already recognize precisely in which you move to uncover what you want. Volunteer at or paintings at an afternoon care on your spare time too. The youngsters will instruct you plenty. Good good fortune.

Answer 3

I am a senior early childhood major currently (can teach preschool through third grade). To receive my prek-3 teaching certificate, I have to have 4 years of college (including my student teaching) plus pass the Praxis ll exams.

In high school, make sure you take the college prep route. You will need courses that will help you to make the transition from high school to college more managable. For example, you should really take all 4 years of a foreign language. When you get to college, you will given a foreign langauage placement test. It will depend on how well you do as far as what level you are placed at. If you do well enough on the exam, you will be given a foreign language credit and don't have to take a foreign language in college. Also, while in high school, see if you can volunteer your time at local elementary schools. Teachers would love the extra help and you would have the opportunity to observe students. If your high school has some form of future teachers club, join it. I did that in high school and I was able to go out into classrooms, teach actual lessons (while still in high school)!
In college, when you decide that you want to be a kindergarten teacher, their will be classes each semester that you will take such as methods courses (ex- teaching math to young children or teaching social studies to young children). In these classes, you will be given methods and ideas on how to teach certain subjects.
I think its great you want to be a writer! You should consider minoring in college in writing! That way you have both job abilities covered.

As far as what colleges...It really depends on you. Cost, where the school is located, personal wants/needs need to be taken into consideration when choosing a school. If you are from the East of the US, I know of several that I could recommend!


It is a great major. I have enjoyed my years in college and cannot believe that the time has flown by so quickly. In college, you will have the opportunity to observe in the classroom most likely beginning in your freshman year. I have been in the classroom each semester since the fall of my freshman year! Good luck and have fun! Being an elementary school teacher is so rewarding and you will truly be making a difference!

Answer 4

You'll want to focus on your communication skills in high school. Take all the writing classes and public speaking classes that you can. In college, you may be surprised to learn that much of the educational classes you will take will be required; however, when you do get to choose electives, focus again on communication skills. Most colleges still have four-year programs to become a teacher, but some are going to five-years... obviously that it quite an additional expense. As for good colleges, look for those that offer small class sizes in your field of education.

Answer 5

In high school, you'll want to take your core classes. You won't see much to prepare you for an education major. In college, you'd want to specialize in early childhood education. Your guidance counselor will be able to point to the best education programs nationwide.

Answer 6

It depends on where you live in terms of what to study in college. If you live in CA, you have to major in Liberal Studies then take a 5th year of student teaching. I would advise talking to a guidance counselor to make sure you are taking what you need in high school. Good luck to you!