Early Childhood Inclusive Education (Birth - Grade 3)
About
Prepare to be a teacher of the youngest ages with a degree in early childhood inclusive education. At Wayne State, you’ll develop the tools and mindset you need to guide and care for children ranging from infants to the third grade. With an early childhood inclusive education degree, you’ll be able to teach elementary school or even preschool. Or you could work in a day care or other facility that cares for young children. With a long-standing, excellent reputation for our education program, Wayne State is the perfect place to begin your career in education.
Percent of recent WSC graduates employed or in graduate school
based on the most recent graduate survey
Our Focus is Results
Wayne State has the keys to your success and offers just what you need to become well prepared for the real world.
Skills Learned
- Creative arts for children
- Appropriate practices for children
- Instructional media and technology
- Early reading and literacy assessment
- Diverse family systems and parent relationships
- Teaching math in elementary school
- Health and safety of young children
- Red Cross CPR certification
- Classroom management and organization
- Practices for children with exceptionalities
- Consulting and collaborating
- Lesson plan development
- Instructional methods
- Monitoring and assessment
- Leadership and supervision
- Active listening
- Time management
- Communication
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Possible Careers
- Preschool teacher
- Preschool director
- Kindergarten teacher
- Elementary school teacher
- Special education teacher
- Learning coach
- Guidance counselor
- After-school program manager
- Youth worker
- Camp director
- Child development specialist
- Educational consultant
Employers
- Preschools
- Public schools
- Private schools
- Early learning academies
- Community programs
- Non-profit organizations
- Education / learning facilities
- Instructional software companies
Outside the Classroom
At Wayne State College, you’ll have opportunities to enhance your education by participating in clubs, organizations, internships, and more.
Clubs and Organizations
- Early Childhood Association
- Wayne Student Education Association of Nebraska (WSEAN)
- Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC)
- Kappa Delta Pi
Service-Learning
Make a difference in the community while learning skills you can apply toward your future career. Wayne State’s Service-Learning program has received national awards in recognition of outstanding community service, with more than 400 students participating in Service-Learning projects each semester.
Opportunities
- Northeast Nebraska Teachers Academy (NENTA) - Develop your classroom skills and get paid at the same time.
- Study Abroad - Earn credit toward your degree while experiencing exciting global adventures overseas.
Clinical Practice
Before graduating with your degree in early childhood education, you will complete a semester of clinical practice in a school district chosen with the help of your advisor. During this semester, you will work closely with an experienced teacher to gain classroom experience. Internships are not required as part of this program; however, Career Services is available to help students find employment opportunities.
