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K–12 Standards

Preschool CDA® IV Internship (2022)

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Foundational Standards

  • 1

    Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces. F.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork. F.2

  • 3

    Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing. F.3

  • 4

    Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway. F.4

  • 5

    Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.F.5

Families

  • 1

    Identify and describe strategies for establishing positive, responsive relationships with children’s families. 1

  • 2

    Develop and implement a multifaceted communication plan designed to meet the needs of diverse family structures.2

    1. a

      Collect and analyze results from the CDA® Family Questionnaire.2.a

  • 3

    Generate a toolkit for families that includes information on local and state social services, health, and educational resources.3

Program Management

  • 4

    Compare instruments utilized for the observation, evaluation, and documentation of the preschooler’s developmental level and educational progress.4

  • 5

    Summarize regulatory requirements and program policies for the preschool setting, including mandated reporting requirements related to abuse and neglect.5

  • 6

    Critique lesson plans and curricula designed for the preschool setting.6

  • 7

    Communicate student progress to families, using a variety of strategies. 7

  • 8

    Explain conflict resolution strategies that may be used when working with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and the community.8

Professionalism

  • 9

    Compose a competency statement that indicates a personal commitment to professionalism and gives concrete strategies for maintaining that professionalism. 9

  • 10

    Collect and revise materials for the Child Development Associate® professional portfolio and prepare for the Professional Development SpecialistTM visit.10

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
2022 Education and Training Course of Study

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