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Teaching and Early Education
This year long college prep course is an exploration of a career working with children in an educational setting. This class prepares students for postsecondary education within a variety of pathways: classroom teacher, social worker, occupational therapist, physical therapist, or as a teacher in a child care program. Students engage in rigorous coursework which follows industry competency standards by adhering to best practice as outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Students run an onsite simulation preschool program (Mother Goose) and plan developmentally appropriate activities which are aligned with Maine’s Early Learning & Developmental Standards. Students may also have the opportunity to job shadow and/or internship in a local child care program or in an elementary classroom. This course can be taken as part of a two-year course of studies along with Introduction to Education.
Teaching and Early Education
#25016 & 25026
PM Session
Level: CP
Open to: Grades 10, 11 & 12
Credit: 4
Prerequisite: Great attendance, good interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic are skills necessary for success in this class. Active learners who are excited about the fields of teaching, social work, and counseling can benefit from this class. Students will be expected to conduct themselves in a respectful, professional manner at all times.
BHS Graduation Standards: Social Science & ELA credit
Eligible for Dual / Concurrent Enrollment: YCCC up to 6 credits
Description: This year long college prep course is an exploration of a career working with children in an educational setting. This class prepares students for postsecondary education within a variety of pathways: classroom teacher, social worker, occupational therapist, physical therapist, or as a teacher in a child care program. Students engage in rigorous coursework which follows industry competency standards by adhering to best practice as outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Students run an onsite simulation preschool program (Mother Goose) and plan developmentally appropriate activities which are aligned with Maine’s Early Learning & Developmental Standards. Students may also have the opportunity to job shadow and/or internship in a local child care program or in an elementary classroom. This course can be taken as part of a two-year course of studies along with Introduction to Education.
Industry Recognized Certifications: AHA First aid/Infant/Child/Adult CPR, ServSafe Food Handler, Mandated Reporting, and Health and Safety Basics.
Deb Newman
Teaching and Early Education Instructor
Deb Newman’s journey to BRCOT began when she left the banking field and opened a child care center where she taught children from infancy to school age. She followed a path in early childhood education to Biddeford Schools, where she taught kindergarten for more than 20 years, while occasionally mentoring intern students and new teachers. Her love of travel led her to teach in Abu Dhabi for a year where she mentored pre-K and Kindergarten English teachers in a public school setting. She holds a BA degree from USM and an MsEd from UNE and continues to be a lifelong learner. Outside of teaching, she enjoys outdoor activities, exploring new cultures & cuisines, and traveling.