Fieldwork with Young Children I

This course provides onsite supervision and consultation for students who are developing skills and competencies as they work directly with young children in a school setting (ages 2.9-under seven years old and not yet enrolled in first grade). Early Childhood Education faculty observe and consult with students during this process. Students demonstrate and document competence in the following areas: setting up and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment for children; providing positive guidance for children; implementing an age appropriate, culturally sensitive curricula; providing appropriate social experiences for young children; communicating and cooperating with team members appropriately; documenting self-growth over time; and demonstrating awareness of the total classroom at all times.