The Perfect Job

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There are many jobs out there to choose from, but finding the perfect job can take time and research. It is important to consider many things when researching future careers. Salary, hours, and the work setting are some of the important items that need to be considered. Sometimes even trial and error are needed to find the perfect job. However, once the perfect job is discovered, it is a wonderful feeling. The perfect job for me is an elementary school teacher. This job just feels like it will be the perfect fit for me.
The jobs I researched were elementary school teacher and preschool teacher. The main career I am considering is the elementary school teacher, which is the first career I will discuss. Being an elementary school teacher …show more content…

This job is very similar to a elementary school teacher. The only difference is the age of the children. Preschool children are mostly under the age of five. According to career planner, this job has a little more responsibility. When dealing with younger children, the main focus is on language skills, motor skills, and social skills. Teaching objectives are more focused on the basic skills that will lead the students into elementary schools(inc). An associate’s degree is required to be a preschool teacher instead of a bachelor’s degree. About fifty percent of preschool teachers still get a bachelor's degree, but it is not required to get the higher degree. Along with the degree there are some personal skills that are also essential. These skills include being creative as well as excellent interpersonal and organizational skills(inc). The work environment is almost the same as in an elementary school. Classes are held inside of a building and might even be set inside of an elementary school, although, frequently a preschool is in its own separate building. Preschool hours are not as long as elementary school hours. The days of preschool may also vary anywhere from three to five days per week depending on the school(inc). The job outlook is very good for preschool teachers. The job outlook is expected to grow by ten percent. The average salary is almost the same as the elementary school teacher. …show more content…

Both jobs are very similar, but also different in little ways. An elementary school teacher is first choice. I will be able to teach many different grades and not be limited to just one grade, which is pretty cool. An elementary school teacher is a little more work, but can also have a higher salary. In the end, the work for the extra degree will be worth it. A preschool teacher is my second choice. This job is a little less work. I would not need a bachelor's degree, but I would get paid a little less. Money is not everything when choosing a career, but definitely something to think about. It would be fun to help younger kids learn basic life skills and this is why a preschool teacher is my second choice for my future

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