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Careers in Child Development and Education

Career Opportunities in Child Development and Education

There are many career and employment opportunities working with children in a variety of settings. Our students have found career opportunities in many areas including:

Occupations

  • Teachers and directors in child development programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children

  • Family Child Care Educator

  • Child Development Instructor

  • Classroom Instructional Aide

Career Opportunities / Resources

Occupations

  • Parent Educator

  • Childbirth Educator

Career Opportunities / Resources

  • Check with your local Office of Education

Occupations

  • Resource Specialists in Schools

  • Teacher of children with disabilities, learning or behavioral challenges

Career Opportunities / Resources

Career Opportunities / Resources

Occupations

  • Nanny or Au Pair

  • Family Child Care Educator

Career Opportunities / Resources

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Occupations

  • Social Work Positions

  • Classroom Instructional Aide

Career Opportunities / Resources

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Contact Us

Nicole Kerbey, Child Development Department

Sunnyvale Campus, 211Q
408.745.8056
kerbeynicole@foothill.edu
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