A Pre-school Educator teaches critical language, social, and motor skills to children who have yet to enter kindergarten. Early childhood education focuses less on specific knowledge levels, and more on overall skills that children need. A Pre-school Educator uses basic teaching methods such as showing pictures, storytelling, rhymes, games, music, artwork, and play. They also teach the children good habits and manners.
Personal Competencies
• You like to teach
• You pay attention to details
• You have strong communication skills
• You are a creative person
• You like to spent time with kids
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10 + 2 in any stream
2. Complete Bachelor's degree in a subject of your choice
3. Complete Certification course in Basic Training Certificate (BTC)/Diploma in Education (D.Ed.)/Teacher Training Certificate (TTC)
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
The Course is offered by the Department Of Physical Education.
This list of Institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, Delhi
2. The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Guiarat
3. Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University (SNDT Women's University), Pune, Maharasht
4. All India Early Childhood Care & Education, New Delhi
5. Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED), Ambedkar University, Delhi
6. St. Teresa's College, Kochi, Kerala
7. Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal
8. Lady Irwin College, New Delhi, Delhi
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with IJGC and ACTE before applying)
1. SIES Institute of Comprehensive Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra
2. National Institute of Early Child Care Education, Bengaluru, Karnataka
3. Azim Premii University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
4. ACMT College of Education, New Delhi, Delhi
5. Bombay Teachers' Training College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
6. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Manav Bharti Nursery Teacher Training Institute, New Delhi, Delhi
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 10,000 - 30,000.*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE schemes and state schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com - This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI.*
• Scholarships are also made available in institutes based on merit
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Government and Private Schools, Coaching Centres, Self-employed.
Work Environment: You have to be alert and responsive, taking care of the children. Part-time work and contractual jObs may be available. Organizations usually work for 5 to 6 days a week and 8 to 9 hours a day. This may vary from organization to organization. Shift system may be available. Overtime may be required.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Expected Growth Path
Pre-school Educator/Teacher Infant School/Teacher Pre-Primary → Primary School Teacher → Middle School Teacher → Senior Secondary School Teacher
Expected Income
*The figures are indicative & subject to change
The approx. salary of a Pre-school Educator ranges between INR 11,500 - 20,000* per month, and more for candidates with experience.
Source: bit.ly/3JmYPrJ
Experts from the field
Dr. Swati Popat Vats, President of Podar Education Network, is a global educator with over 32 years of experience and holds many important positions in the field of Early Childhood Education. She is the President of the Early Childhood Association of India, the national representative, and a member of the planning committee of the World Forum Foundation and a member of the global Think Tank of Kidzania. She helped set up the Euro Kids chain and was the expert behind TATA Skyls Actve Wizkids channel.*
PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATOR
NCS Code: 2342.0100 | ET015• You like to teach
• You pay attention to details
• You have strong communication skills
• You are a creative person
• You like to spent time with kids
1. Complete 10 + 2 in any stream
2. Complete Bachelor's degree in a subject of your choice
3. Complete Certification course in Basic Training Certificate (BTC)/Diploma in Education (D.Ed.)/Teacher Training Certificate (TTC)
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
The Course is offered by the Department Of Physical Education.
This list of Institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, Delhi
2. The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Guiarat
3. Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University (SNDT Women's University), Pune, Maharasht
4. All India Early Childhood Care & Education, New Delhi
5. Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED), Ambedkar University, Delhi
6. St. Teresa's College, Kochi, Kerala
7. Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal
8. Lady Irwin College, New Delhi, Delhi
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with IJGC and ACTE before applying)
1. SIES Institute of Comprehensive Education, Mumbai, Maharashtra
2. National Institute of Early Child Care Education, Bengaluru, Karnataka
3. Azim Premii University, Bengaluru, Karnataka
4. ACMT College of Education, New Delhi, Delhi
5. Bombay Teachers' Training College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
6. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Manav Bharti Nursery Teacher Training Institute, New Delhi, Delhi
Information on Institute rankings is available at - https://www.nirfindia.org/Rankings/2023/Ranking.html
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 10,000 - 30,000.*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE schemes and state schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com - This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI.*
• Scholarships are also made available in institutes based on merit
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA). Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications on the website.
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: Government and Private Schools, Coaching Centres, Self-employed.
Work Environment: You have to be alert and responsive, taking care of the children. Part-time work and contractual jObs may be available. Organizations usually work for 5 to 6 days a week and 8 to 9 hours a day. This may vary from organization to organization. Shift system may be available. Overtime may be required.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Pre-school Educator/Teacher Infant School/Teacher Pre-Primary → Primary School Teacher → Middle School Teacher → Senior Secondary School Teacher
*The figures are indicative & subject to change
The approx. salary of a Pre-school Educator ranges between INR 11,500 - 20,000* per month, and more for candidates with experience.
Source: bit.ly/3JmYPrJ
Experts from the field
Dr. Swati Popat Vats, President of Podar Education Network, is a global educator with over 32 years of experience and holds many important positions in the field of Early Childhood Education. She is the President of the Early Childhood Association of India, the national representative, and a member of the planning committee of the World Forum Foundation and a member of the global Think Tank of Kidzania. She helped set up the Euro Kids chain and was the expert behind TATA Skyls Actve Wizkids channel.*
Source: https://thelifeindia.com/team/swati-popat-vats
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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