Entry-Level Positions For Aspiring Kindergarten Teachers At KIPP SoCal
Giselle, a Kindergarten teacher at KIPP SoCal, suggests that undergraduate students interested in education explore entry-level roles such as "teacher's assistant or an aid in the classroom" to experience the classroom environment and working with children firsthand. This allows aspiring educators to determine if the career path is a good fit before committing to further education or training.
Entry-Level Positions, Classroom Experience, Teacher Assistant, Childcare, Career Exploration
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Giselle Mendoza
Kindergarten teacher
KIPP SoCal
UCLA
LMU - MA / credential in Special Education
Anthropology, Sociology
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Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Consider applying for a teacher's assistant or classroom aide position to gain experience and determine if a teaching career is a good fit.
2. Entry-level positions offer a chance to work with children and get a feel for the classroom environment.
3. These positions allow students to explore their interest in education before committing to a full teaching role.
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What entry-level positions are there in education that an undergraduate college student might want to consider if they're wanting to explore a career like yours?
They can apply to be a teacher's assistant or an aid in the classroom. This allows them to get the feel of a classroom and what it's like to be around children. It helps them see if they truly like the environment.
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