Identification should include
- knowledge, skills, and dispositions highly valued within the Early Childhood Development and Services career pathway
- career opportunities and compensation (e.g., preschool teachers, child care center owners and entrepreneurs, parent educators)
- a determination of potential personality compatibility with jobs in the Early Childhood Development and Services career pathway.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- How can clients access early childhood development services in the local area?
Communication
- What are the most important skills and techniques to use when communicating with children?
- What skills are important for establishing communication with English language learners?
Leadership
- How can children be taught leadership skills?
- Why is it important that early childhood development and services professionals acquire cultural competence?
Management
- What types of professional credentials and organizations are available to those seeking employment in the Early Childhood Development and Services career pathway?