Profession of a kindergarten teacher

Kindergarten Teacher skills and qualifications
Kindergarten Teachers need a variety of skills in order to maintain an organized and positive learning environment for their students, including:

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  Advanced teaching and leadership skills
  
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  Strong knowledge of subjects to teach students, such as math and science
  
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  Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, coworkers and parents or guardians
  
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  Creative and artistic abilities
  
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  Planning and organizational skills
  
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  Time management skills and the ability to multitask
  
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  Patience and flexibility
  

Kindergarten Teacher salary expectations
Kindergarten Teachers make an average of $33,014 per year in the United States. This salary may vary depending on the candidate’s specific location, education and experience.
Kindergarten Teacher education and training requirements
Kindergarten Teachers are required to have at least a bachelor’s degree in elementary or childhood education, though many schools prefer to hire candidates who have a master’s degree in education as well. In addition, Teachers will need to complete appropriate licensing requirements, which often include a valid state-issued teaching certificate for Pre-K through third grade. For candidates who pursued a degree in a specific subject rather than education, employers may prefer them to have also earned a certificate from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards or other credentials, like the Early Childhood Teacher certification.
Kindergarten Teacher experience requirements
Most schools look for Kindergarten Teachers who have prior work experience as a Kindergarten or Preschool Teacher, Teaching Assistant or Teacher’s Aide. In general, Teachers should have excellent knowledge of child development and the latest education theories and practices, and they should typically have a few years of experience working with young children. Many applicants complete a student teaching internship as part of their training to become Kindergarten Teachers.