Explore developmental growth in children from birth through age eight. You will learn how to plan and execute developmentally appropriate activities for the age group. Gain real-world, hands-on experience in our fully-licensed Little Lions Preschool.
Eligibility
- Year 1:
- Grades 10-11
- Year 2:
- Successful completion of Year 1
- Year 3:
- Successful completion of Year 2
- Year 4 (ECE 7-8):
- May be an additional course offered to students enrolled in ECE Year 2 or 3
Other Requirements
Proof of negative TB Skin test dated within the last six months prior to the first day of classes
Number of Years to Complete this Program
2 years to complete
*Optional third & potential fourth year offered
Things to Consider
- Will be required to complete a Child Care Licensing File to participate in the preschool.
- You will work in close contact with the preschool children (51%) of class time.
- You may come into contact with bodily fluids.
- Vivid imagination and creative skills are essential.
- You must be willing to role play as a preschooler for peer lessons.
Direct Employment
- Preschool Aide
- Paraprofessional
- Nanny
- Childcare Worker
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Social Worker
- Psychologist
- Preschool Teacher
- Ultrasound Technician
- Child Advocate
- Camp Director
- Preschool Director
- School Counselor
- Librarian
- Principal
- Occupational Therapist
- Speech and Language Pathologist
- Pediatrician
- Nurse
Locations
JTED @ Mountain View
3901 W. Linda Vista Blvd.
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Friday daytime schedule
Thanks to JTED, I found a passion that I never knew I had. JTED gave me the opportunity to explore Early Childhood Education and become a teacher. I am grateful for the experiences that JTED provided me with at such a young age.“
Briana Chaney
2014
Program Completion/Sequence
Year 1
Early Childhood 1-2
Explore child Development theorists, milestones, and developmentally appropriate interactions.
Year 2
Early Childhood 3-4
Dissect the AZ Early Learning Standards and create activities for children. Research career pathways and participate in industry trainings.
Year 3
Early Childhood 5-6
Utilizing the AZ Early Learning Standards expand on year 2 and work independently to create, implement, and evaluate appropriate activities for children.
Year 4
Early Childhood 7-8
Internship, must be currently enrolled in year 2 or 3. Assist the preschool staff to run the behind the scenes of the preschool. Implement the skills learned in the eFoodhandlers training and from previous years.
Certification
- Year 1:
- CPR & First Aid
- Year 2:
- Food Handlers Card
- CPR & First Aid Renewal
- Year 3:
- Intro to Infant/Toddler Guidelines Training
- Intro to Arizona Early Learning Standards Training
- CPR & First Aid Renewal
Work Based Learning Requirements
- Work in close contact with the preschool children (51%) of class time
- TB Test results required and proof of current Tetanus with Pertussis
- Completed Child Care Licensing File
Credits
1/Year
Instructors
- Alissa Morris
- Deborah Kresal (Preschool Teacher)
- Nicole Nissenbaum (Preschool Teacher)
Program Manager
Alissa Morris
Little Lions
A JTED Preschool
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- Art
- Psychology
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- Culinary
- Photography
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