Major
Minor
Concentration
Birth - Grade 3
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION BACHELOR OF SCIENCE As an Early Childhood Education major, you have the opportunity to mold and shape children’s cognitive, social, and spiritual growth during the crucial formative years. Research shows that giving young children a sense of security enhances their brain development. With a solid biblical foundation, this program trains you to model consistent Christlikeness and communicate truth to young children.
Career Options
• Pre-school teacher • Early childhood teacher • Early childhood program supervisor
• Elementary school teacher • Curriculum developer • Mission field teacher Some careers and employment positions require graduate degrees, specialized training, or additional certificates and licenses.
alumni spotlight
EMILY KLIER Emily Klier ('19) lives in Elyria, OH. She graduated with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She now teaches first grade at First Baptist Christian School. She shares, "Maranatha prepared me for my career so well! The professors in the education department were amazing. Each class taught me to engage my students in lessons and help students with various needs to succeed. The professors also provided an example of how a Christian teacher should love their students. I always knew that the professors wanted me to succeed, so I strive to make the same impact on my students."
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