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Degrees and Schools
Many schools offer a master's degree in education administration. Some schools offer a bachelor's degree in early childhood education administration. There is also a bachelor's degree in early childhood education administration - infant and toddler care and a bachelor's degree in organizational management - early childhood education.
Classes
Students typically study the following subjects:
- School leadership
- Curriculum development and evaluation
- School law
- School finance and budgeting
- Community relations
- School leadership
- Research design and data analysis
Online Classes and Programs
Online master's and doctoral degree programs in education administration are available. Specialization areas include leadership in educational administration, administration and supervision, school development and leadership, and other subjects.
Bachelor's degree programs in early childhood education administration are available online. There are also online bachelor's degree programs in early childhood education administration - infant and toddler care and bachelor's degree programs in organizational management - early childhood education.
It's important for students to take an online program which has been accredited by an agency approved by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education.
Employment Requirements
Administrators that work in preschool programs at public schools are usually required to have at least a bachelor's degree. Almost all states require preschool and child care center directors to be licensed.
The primary employers are elementary schools, child day care centers, civil and social organizations, individual and family services and religious organizations.
How to Evaluate Schools and Programs
The answers to the following questions can help students select the appropriate school:
- Training - Does the program include an internship at a preschool or child day care center? Do students have to find their own externship?
- School's Reputation - Is the school recognized for its education administration program?
- Job Placement - Are students provided job placement services?
- Curriculum - What type of electives are offered?
- Financial Aid - What types of financial aid are available? Is the school eligible to provide federal financial aid?
- Accreditation - Is the school accredited by an agency which has been approved by the the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education?
Preschool and Child Care Administrators Job Description
Preschool and child care administrators oversee the daily activities at preschool centers and child care centers. Preschool and child care administrators establish standards and objectives. Preschool administrators make sure the school meets required regulations and educational standards. Preschool administrators and child care administrators hire the staff members and oversee the financial aspects of a preschool or a child care center.
Shown below are some of their responsibilities:
- Create and submit budget requests
- Oversee the recruitment, hiring and training of staff members
- Establish standards and goals
- Plan and oversee methods and content of educational and activity programs
- Determine allocation of funds
- Evaluate new and current programs to determine their effectiveness
- Monitor children's progress
- Oversee the activities of administration personnel and teachers
Resources
- National Child Care Association
- The National Association for the Education of Young Children
- American Association of School Administrators
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