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VIGNETTE:Cassie was thrilled to walk across the stage to receive her diploma. She had finally completed her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and was excited to move forward with her career. But when she reentered her Head Start classroom the following Monday, she felt the same as she always had. She didn’t feel more prepared, more professional, or more qualified to teach her class of three year olds than she had before. She needed some guidance, so she set up an appointment with one of her former professors.
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In their meeting, Cassie and her professor discussed various career options in Early Childhood Education. Cassie wanted to move up within Head Start, find an administrative position within the field or become a professional trainer, but really feel didn’t feel prepared for any of these positions yet. Her professor reminded her that with only a few years’ experience, she might have trouble moving up. And if she wanted to lead or train other teachers, she really needed to hone her skills in her own classroom first. Cassie decided to start by critically examining her practices and working to create the best classroom she could, which would help prepare her to ...