Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Teaching
To be a TK teacher in the state of California, you will need to hold a credential with 24 units of Early Education/Child Development coursework. Starting course work at Ventura College in Early Childhood/Child Development will provide you with a path to become a TK Teacher in the future, once you have gained your credential.
Course recommendations include:
- CDV 02 Child Growth and Development
- CDV 04 Observation and Assessment
- CDV 10 Introduction to Children with Special Needs
- CDV 22 Behavior Management in Early Childhood Education
- CDV 61 Child, Family, and Community
- CDV 62 Principles and Practices in Early Education
- CDV 63 Introduction to Early Childhood Curriculum
- CDV 11 Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
- CDV 14 Visual and Performing Arts in Early Childhood Education
- CDV 19 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in Early Childhood Education