Offered at the Green Bay and Marinette campuses. For
information in Green Bay: (920) 498-5444. For information in
Marinette: (715) 735-9361. Toll-free: (888) 385-6982.
This program is fully eligible for nancial aid.
Imagine a career in which you can make a difference in the
lives of children every day. The Early Childhood Assistant
Teacher program prepares individuals to be assistant
teachers in a variety of settings. As a student in the program,
you’ll learn through a combination of hands-on eldwork in
area child care centers, working with children in the birth-to-
ve-years age range, along with related academic work at the
College. The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher program 34
credits seamlessly transfer into the Early Childhood Education
associate degree, providing grads the opportunity to advance
their careers and pursue a bachelor degree. The Early
Childhood Assistant Teacher program meets the YoungStar
educational requirements and is fully eligible for nancial aid.
A graduate of this program will have the potential for
employment in the following areas:
Early Childhood Assistant Teacher or Teacher in Preschool or
Group Childcare Center: plans and implements daily activities
with concern for health, safety, and welfare for a designated
group of children; assists in or administers instructional
program to young children that promotes their physical,
social, psychological, and intellectual development; and
provides a exible balance of active and quiet activities,
individual and group activities, indoor and outdoor activities,
free choice, guided activities and conduct developmental
assessments.
Family Childcare Provider/Teacher/Owner: same functions as
above only in a home setting.
A student who does not meet the requirements for program
entry is required to consult an NWTC counselor about ways to
make up any de ciencies through testing or course work.
It is necessary to show good health as evidenced by a medical
examination within three months prior to beginning
practicum class to include having a negative TB test.
Students will be required to wear a NWTC issued name tag,
provide their own transportation to assigned sites and cover
any other expenses related to practicum experiences.
Students may be expected to travel distances. A NWTC
approved Education program polo shirt is required for
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