Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum (2013)

Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum

Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry

Demonstrate and practice confidentiality in upholding the privacy of teachers, children, and their families in all matters. 

Research the professional organizations related to teaching at all age levels for liability insurance provided at the different levels of supervision: student intern, paraprofessional, teacher and administrator and document findings.

Create a resume detailing all work experience in a pre-K setting. 

Write a personal philosophy of education including beliefs about education, teaching, schools, students and other educational aspects. 

Demonstrate knowledge of basic safety procedures required at the candidate’s internship work site. 

Research and evaluate various management techniques utilized with children.

Design a child guidance and behavior plan that includes consequences and rewards

Investigate a variety of assessment methods to observe and interpret a child’s growth and development.

Identify the types of exceptionalities that are served in the candidate’s work site and give a brief description of each exceptionality.

Develop a Teacher Work Sample using Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS) to include learning goals, assessment plans, instruction to meet learning goals, and a reflection of the lesson.

Analyze personal performance in the internship and write a reflective summary.

Communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, and interpersonal abilities

Demonstrate creativity by asking challenging questions and applying innovative procedures and methods.

Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze and apply information in career planning and employment situations

Model work readiness traits required for success in the workplace including integrity, honesty, accountability, punctuality, time management, and respect for diversity

Apply the appropriate skill sets to be productive in a changing, technological, diverse workplace to be able to work independently and apply team work skills. 

Present a professional image through appearance, behavior and language.