ECED 2901 - Child Care Head Teacher Cooperative Experience

This course provides a comprehensive, paid work experience for a lead teacher in a licensed early learning setting. Worksite must meet guidelines set forth by the ECED Program for approval. Application of pedagogical knowledge, child development theory, and instructional strategies in classrooms serving young children. Students will design and implement developmentally appropriate learning activities, adhere to curriculum guidelines of the workplace, manage classroom environments, assess children’s progress, and engage in reflective practice. Emphasis is placed on fostering inclusive, culturally responsive teaching, building strong family partnerships, and supporting the holistic development of young children. A weekly seminar complements the experience by addressing professional ethics, classroom management, curriculum planning and building partnerships with families and professional colleagues.

Location: L
Credits: 5
Classroom Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 180
Prerequisite(s): Program Permission required.Current First Aid/CPR Certification. ECED 1050, ECED 1060, ECED 1110, ECED 1120, ECED 1160, ECED 1220, ECED 1224, ECED 1230, ECED 1260, ECED 1610, ECED 1620, ECED 1630, ECED 1640, and ECED 2060, ECED 1112
Applied Infant and Toddler Concepts is required for completion in an infant or toddler setting.
Open only to declared students graduating with an A.A.S. degree.