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Early Childhood Education and Teaching - Helpful Information

Things to know

You need to be licensed to teach in public schools. All states require you to have at least a bachelor's degree and a certain amount of supervised practice-teaching experience. Some states also require that you have a master's degree.

Part of the licensure requirements of many states includes one or more tests such as the Praxis exams. Passing these exams helps show your competency to teach. You will likely take the Praxis II subject assessment in early childhood education. You may also take the Praxis III, which tests your knowledge of general education theories and teaching methodology.

Some programs offer part-time study options so that you can continue to work while you're in school.

Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.
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