Ball State University Early Childhood Education

  • A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Find colleges offering early childhood education degree.
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    • Job Description
      Instruct children (normally up to 5 years of age) in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification. Read more about preschool teachers in our career profile section.
      Salary and Wages

      Muncie, IN

      • Total Employment: 200
      • Average Annual Salary: $18,170
      • Average Hourly Rate: $8.74
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 457,200
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 543,900
      • Percent Job Growth: 86.70%
    • Job Description
      Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to children from 4 to 6 years old. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification. Read more about kindergarten teachers in our career profile section.
      Salary and Wages

      Muncie, IN

      • Total Employment: 40
      • Average Annual Salary: $46,420
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 179,500
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 206,500
      • Percent Job Growth: 27.00%
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