Child & �Family Services

ABOUT

Students who take Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences develop their knowledge about life skills to prepare them for the world of work, relationships, and family roles. Students who take early childhood education classes develop knowledge and skills in the area of child development. Students get the opportunity to work hands-on with children at the Firebird Nest Childcare and Preschool Center and other area centers and schools.

OBJECTIVES

Analyze career paths within early childhood, education, and related services.

Analyze developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive practices to plan for early childhood, education, and services.

Demonstrate integration of curriculum and instruction to meet developmental needs and interests of children, youth, and adults, considering gender, ethnicity, geographical, cultural, and global influences.

Demonstrate a safe and healthy learning environment for children, youth, and adults.

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Demonstrate skills for building and maintaining positive collaborative relationships with children, youth, and adults in their family and community environments, considering gender, ethnicity, geographical, cultural, and global influences.

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Demonstrate professional practices and standards related to working with children, youth, and adults, including diverse populations.

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COURSES & INSTRUCTOR

Instructor:

Mrs. Taylor Hoffner

HIGH SCHOOL COURSES:

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• INTRO TO FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES (9)
• SERVICES FOR CHILDREN (10-12)
• INTRO TO ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (10-12)

DUAL CREDIT COURSES (11-12):

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• INTRO TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
• INFANTS & TODDLERS
• PRE-K METHODS & MATERIALS
• SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN
• ADMIN & LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
• EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERNSHIP (12)
• Prerequisite: One other Early Childhood Class

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