1. KIMBERLY CALLAHAN ECE 260 IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE Careers in Early Childhood Education
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Directors- Require to have an associates or higher and some management experience Other job responsibilities include but aren’t limited to: Giving tours of the facility Keeping Files up to date Making snack/lunch menus that go along with state guidelines Average salary: $30,000-40,000 annually
Most of the time they are required to have a CDA or higher but most places prefer an associates or higher Some job responsibilities include : Identifying first signs of developmental delays Keeping track of classroom inventory Making sure activities are modified for special needs children, so everyone can participate Establish objective and goals for each individual child Teach eating/hygiene habits Average salary: 22,000-28,000 annually
Assists families, ECE providers, and communities Closest locations to central Indiana are Muncie and Indianapolis Share information on the CDA process Shares information on childcare accreditation to providers Implements Paths to Quality Average salary: 30,000 to 50,000 annually depending on what department you work in
Establish creative play and hands on activities May teach half day or full day depending on the school Higher salaries for those who obtain a masters degree Maybe required to teach music, PE, Art, or Library skills Average Salary: 32,000-50,000 annually depending on degree and experience
Can also work as a substance abuse counselor or domestic abuse victim advocates They are required to intake children that are abused or neglected, and placie them in a more stable environment The main goal of this agency is to prevent unnecessary family separation and to assist in resolving problems Requires a 4 year degree in human services or related fields, and requires you to be board certified. Average Salary: 33,000 annually
CASA stands for court appointed special advocate. CASA employees represent abused and neglected children in the courtroom and other settings.