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Job Description- Elementary School Teacher

Working Conditions- Elementary school teachers work for both public and private schools. They
usually work in classrooms with about 15 to 30 students. Teachers work between 8 and 10
hours a day on weekdays, teaching classes, preparing lessons, grading assignments, and
attending meetings. They work a 9 to 10-month school year, with 2 or 3 months off over the
summer.
Earnings- Starting off elementary school teachers make about 35,000 a year. Experienced
elementary school teachers typically earn $40,000 to $81,000 a year. The national median
salary for elementary teachers is around $53,000 a year.
Education- In the public school system, all elementary and high school teachers have to be
licensed. Teacher education programs are offered at most four year colleges. Programs for
kindergarten and elementary school teachers include courses in the main subject areas youll
teach (math, physical science, social science, music, art, and literature). Teachers do have to
renew their license every now and then.
Sample Career PathAssistant Principal
Earnings- $60,000 to $90,000 a year
Requirements- several years of experience as a teacher, masters in education
Responsibilities- dealing with administrative responsibilities, disciplinary problems, and parent
complaints

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Job Description- Speech Language Pathologist

Working Conditions- They are employed by hospitals, schools, research institutes, and
community health clinics.Speech pathologists spend most of their time either in offices or in
treatment rooms and travel between treatment facilities. SPLs usually work 35 to 50 hours a
week.
Earnings- Salaries for this career vary depending on experience, level of education, and
location. In their first few years of practice, speech-language pathologists generally earn
between $44,000 and $55,000 a year. The median national salary for SLPs is about $69,000 a
year. However, senior SLPs can earn more than $100,000 a year.
Education- In order to become a SPL youll need to complete your masters in speech pathology.
Getting a masters degree will require 2 to 3 years of more school.In their first few years of
practice, speech-language pathologists generally earn between $44,000 and $55,000 a year.
The median national salary for SLPs is about $69,000 a year. However, senior SLPs can earn
more than $100,000 a year. Most states require speech-language pathologists to be licensed.
Sample Career PathClinical Supervisor
Earnings- $65,000- $80,000 a year
Requirements- Many years of experience, ability to manage people
Responsibilities- Diagnosing disorders; planning and implementing therapy; supervising staff
and participating in program development.

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Job Description- Early Childhood Educator

Working Conditions- Early childhood educators work in nursery schools or preschools, daycare
centers, community centers, and recreational facilities. Full time employees work about 8 hours
a day, 5 days a week. Unlike schools, most daycare centers stay open in the summer. Directors
of daycares, who have extra administrative duties, may work 10 or 11 hours a day.
Earnings- Earnings for early childhood educators can vary widely, depending on experience,
their level of education and the type of employer. Early childhood educators are often paid an
hourly rate. In general, wages range from minimum wage to more than $14 an hour.
Education- Early Childhood Educators generally need at least a high school diploma. Some
states also require an associate or bachelors degree in early childhood education or child
development.
Sample Career PathSupervisor
Earnings- $25,000 to $50,000 a year
Requirements- Several years of experience as an Early Childhood educator
Responsibilities- Overseeing all the programs and activities of a daycare center; managing a
group of educators; doing administrative work; dealing with parents.

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