Skip To Main Content

Schools Trigger

Weglot Trigger

Mobile CTAs

Header Right

Utility Container

Schools Trigger

container-btn weglot-trigger

Search Trigger

Search Container

Schools Nav

Pinned CTAs

Service Area: Human Services
Career Cluster: Human Services
 

Career Pathway:
Education & Training

Embark on a fulfilling career in Education and Training, where you'll inspire and shape the minds of the future. As an educator, you'll create engaging lesson plans, foster a positive learning environment, and guide students through their academic journey. With opportunities ranging from classroom teaching to instructional design, this pathway allows you to make a lasting impact on individuals and communities through the power of knowledge and education.

Early childhood education teacher with students

Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

Subject Area Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Credits
Career Pathway Electives
  • Introduction to FCS
  • Child Development 1
 Child
Development 2
  • Intro to Early Childhood Education (KCC Dual Credit)
  • Technology for Early Childhood (KCC Dual Credit)
  • Child Health / Safety / Nutrition (KCC Dual Credit)
  • Child Growth & Development (KCC Dual Credit)
  • ECE Curriculum (KCC Dual Credit)
  • Early Childhood Guidance (KCC Dual Credit)
 Elective credits
*English English 9 English 10/10H Language Arts Language Arts 4 years,
60 credits
*Math Math Class Math Class Math Class Math Class 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry.  
*Social Studies Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History.  
*Science Science Class Science Class Science Class Science Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology.  
CTE Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
Fine Arts Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
World Languages Electives Level 1 or Level 2 Level 2 or Level 3 Level 3, Level 4,
or AP		 Level 4, Level 5,
or AP		 Elective credits
*Physical Education Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 4 years,
20 credits
*Health See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. 1 trimester,
5 credits

 

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

  • Public Speaking

  • Sociology

  • Psychology

  • AP Human Geography

  • World Languages

  • Computer Applications

  • Creative Writing

  • Personal Wellness & Fitness

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

  • Science Olympiad

  • Math/Physics Club

  • Quiz Bowl

  • 3-2-1 Knowledge Masters

  • Best Buddies

  • Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) 

  • Educators Rising

Internship Experiences

Kirkwood Career Academy

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

  • Early Childhood Education

  • Elementary Education 

  • Secondary Education

  • Human Services

Future
Careers

  • Administrators & Superintendents

  • Preschool & Child Care Program Directors 

  • Elementary Teacher 

  • Secondary Teacher 

  • Higher Ed Professor 

  • Early Childhood Teachers

  • Instructional Coaches

Community Partnerships

  • Education Connection

  • Frog Hollow

  • Coralville Children’s Museum

  • Iowa City Schools

  • Love-A-Lot Early Childhood

  • North Liberty Library 

  • Regina

  • Sensory Kids

  • ChildServe