
Careers in Child Development and Education
Career Opportunities in Child Development and Education
There are many career and employment opportunities working with children in a variety of settings. Our students have found career opportunities in many areas including:
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Teachers and directors in child development programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children
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Family Child Care Educator
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Child Development Instructor
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Classroom Instructional Aide
- Child Care Workers
- Education Administrators, Preschool and Child Care
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Parent Educator
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Childbirth Educator
- Teacher Assistants
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- Teach For America
- Check with your local Office of Education
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Resource Specialists in Schools
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Teacher of children with disabilities, learning or behavioral challenges
- Special Education Teachers, Elementary School
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Nanny or Au Pair
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Family Child Care Educator
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Social Work Positions
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Classroom Instructional Aide
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