Has a strong desire to work with children and views them as competent and capable learners
Has good problem solving abilities
Can speak in front of an audience
Works effectively in groups
Demonstrates and models respectful behavior and body language at all times
Has a warm, caring, nurturing disposition• Is able to monitor time and maintain a schedule with little direction
Can exercise swift and good judgment regarding safety of the children
Academics
The student
Is able to initiate and complete activities with little support
Has a ninth grade reading and math level
Can model effective oral English language and written English language
Can use written language to effectively journal and communicate a main idea
Has average skills in auditory processing skills, memory and sequencing
Physical
The student
Must obtain a required mantoux
Should be in general good health and fit in order to perform in the nursery; should be free from any disorder, emotional or physical, that would preclude this
