A Journey to Becoming a Preschool Teacher.

1. What kind of curriculum is expected for Preschool?

1.1. Preschool teachers teach children numbers, letters, and shapes; as well as teach them how to be in a classroom

1.1.1. Source: USA.gov and from the APUS Library.

1.2. Preschool teachers have an important role in helping the children transition into kindergarten.

2. What are the different options for being a Preschool teacher, and what are the pros/cons for each?

2.1. Public school preschool teacher, free education for children, and best salary for teacher. Must have teaching license.

2.2. Private school preschool teacher, no government funding meaning free to establish their own standards. Hiring depends on school.

2.2.1. Source: APUS Library. Keyword search preschool typical school.

2.3. Religious preschool teacher, private sector. Also must be able to fallow a religious-related curriculum.

3. What are the requirements to become a Preschool teacher in Nevada?

3.1. It all depends on what kind of an institute I would teach in.

3.2. In a public school, the same requirements and certification is needed for all teachers, regardless of what grade level.

3.2.1. Source from APUS Library, keyword search: Preschool teacher requirements

3.3. For a private care institute an AA and CDA and/or CCP would be needed.

4. What is the average salary for a Preschool teacher in Nevada?

4.1. It all depends on the location and which type of institute you teach at.

4.2. In Nevada salary ranking for the country is #17 for Preschool teachers

4.2.1. Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2012