2.  Teacher duties- Grade students’ assignments to monitor their progress, communicate with parents about their child’s progress, prepare students for standardized tests required by the state, etc.  Duties/easy- Communicate with parents about their child’s progress and supervise children outside of the classroom.  Duties/Challenging- Plan lessons that teach students subjects, such as reading and math. Develop enforce classroom rules to teach children proper behavior  Work Environment- Kindergarten teacher work in public and private schools. Some private early childhood education programs have preschool classes in addition to kindergarten.

3.  Schedule- 7:45- Student Arrival 8:00 - Announcements 8:20- Handwriting 10:25- Language Arts 11:00- Bathroom/Lunch 11:40- Recess/Bathroom 12:30- Science/Social Studies/Technology 12:50 - Math Tubs 1:45- Specials 2:10- Mathematics 2:30- Free Choice 2:35- Clean 2:40- Closing 2:45- Dismissal

4.  Median pay- 2010 was $51,380 per year.  Education required- At least a bachelor’s degree. Public school teachers must have a state-issued certification or license.  Job Training- Preparing younger students for future schooling by teaching them the basics of subjects such as math and reading.  # Job Outlooks- 17%  Growth Rate- It is expected to grow by 17 percent from 2010 to 2020. From 2010 to 2020, the student–teacher ratio is expected to decline. Kindergarten Teacher

5.  Quote: People make choices and choices make people.  Character is what you do when nobody is looking. How to Become One  Step 1: Learn How to Work with Young Children  Step 2: Earn a Bachelor's Degree  Step 3: Complete Student Teaching Requirements  Step 4: Get a Teaching Certificate  Important qualities- Communication skills, creativity, instructional skills, and Patience.