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Big Sky Pathway Proposal Signature Page

Designing and implementing a Big Sky Pathway requires collaboration at every level of the process. Based on your local community and the specific Career Pathway for which you wish to implement a Program of Study, you should assemble a team that includes academic and CTE Teachers, District or School CTE Advisors, Business and Industry Representatives, Postsecondary Partners and Faculty, Education Administrators, and even relevant local community leaders or recent program of study graduates.

Career Cluster: Human Services

Career Pathway/POS: Early Childhood Education

College: Dawson Community College

406-377-9463 - DCC 406-989-6822-cell

High School: Wibaux High School Phone: 406-796-7424 Date: 5/10/17

Team Member Name/Affiliation Role/Responsibility Signature/Email Address

Secondary CTE Teacher

Adele Stenson FCS Teacher at Wibaux High School

astenson@wibauxschool.net

Secondary Administrator

Terry Qunitas Wibaux HS Superintendent/Principal tquintus@wibauxschool.net

Post-Secondary CTE Faculty

Brenda Stockert Director/Instructor Early Childhood Education Program

at Dawson Community College bstockert@dawson.edu

Post-Secondary Department Chair

Dr. Scott Mickelsen DCC President

smickelsen@dawson.edu

Signature:

Email:

Signature:

Email:

Signature:

Email:

Signature:

Email:Mary Adele Stenson (May 15, 2017)Mary Adele Stensonastenson@wibauxschool.net

Scott Reed Mickelsen (May 15, 2017)Scott Reed Mickelsen

smickelsen@dawson.edu

Terry Quintus (May 15, 2017)Terry Quintus

tquintus@wibauxschool.net

Brenda Stockert (May 24, 2017)Brenda Stockertbstockert@dawson.edu

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OPI Specialist Megan Vincent Approve pathway

mvincent2@mt.gov

OCHE Amy Williams Approve pathway/upload documents

amy.williams12@montana.edu

Pathway Checklist

Element YES NO

1. Pathway includes all state and local graduation requirements preparing students for entry into a postsecondary program X

2. Pathway identifies the appropriate secondary CTE, academic, and recommended elective courses offered by the high school which will prepare the student for college-level courses without remediation

X

3. Pathway outlines a non-duplicative sequence of courses from grades 9-12 and from secondary to postsecondary education X

4. Pathway leads to an industry-recognized postsecondary credential, degree or employment X

5. Curriculum between secondary and postsecondary institutions has aligned curriculum, using industry recognized standards or with input of local/regional business and industry (May use Gap Analysis). List National Standards or Local/Regional Business Here: National Standards for FCS, Montana Early Learning Guide Standards, NAEYEC

X

6. Pathway includes dual enrollment, high school for college credit, and opportunities for industry-recognized credentials and work-based learning experiences when applicable

X

7. The pathway utilizes the guidance of a web-based career counseling system, or information regarding the pathway is available on the institution’s website.

X

Signature:

Email:

Signature:

Email:

Amy Williams (May 15, 2017)Amy Williams

amy.williams12@montana.edu

Megan A. Vincent (May 15, 2017)Megan A. Vincentmvincent2@mt.gov

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HIGH SCHOOL: Wibaux High School BIG SKY PATHWAY PROPOSAL

COLLEGE: Dawson Community College

COLLEGE DEGREE PROGRAM: Early Childhood Education AAS

Cluster Overview: Jobs in the human services career cluster involve tending to families and to human needs.

Pathway Options: ● Early Childhood Development and

Services

● Counseling and Mental Health Services

● Family and Community Services

● Personal Care Services

● Consumer Services

Occupation Examples: Community Service Director, Consumer Advocate, Cosmetologist, Director of Childcare Facility, Personal Trainer, Social Worker

For a complete listing, go to: http://online.onetcenter.org/find/career?c=10&g=G

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SUGGESTED HIGH SCHOOL COURSES

9th Graduation Requirements Workforce/2-Year College Prep

Health Enhancement, Algebra 1, English 1, Earth

Science, Computer Apps,

Recommended CTE Cluster Foundation Course(s): Computer Apps 4-Year MT College/Univ Prep

(Rigorous Core)

CTE and/or Electives Band, Choir Recommended CTE Pathway Courses: Child Development Child Development II

10th Graduation Requirements Workforce/2-Year College Prep

Geometry, English 2, Health Enhancement,

Biology, World History 4-Year MT College/Univ Prep (Rigorous Core)

CTE and/or Electives Culinary Arts, Shop, Spanish Other Recommended CTE Courses: Culinary Arts

Accounting

Life Skills

11th Graduation Requirements Workforce/2-Year College Prep

English 3, Algebra 2, US History,

4-Year MT College/Univ Prep (Rigorous Core)

CTE and/or Electives Child Development 1 & 2, Culinary Arts

12th Graduation Requirements Workforce/2-Year College Prep

English 4, Government Career & Technical Student Organization(s): FCCLA 4-Year MT College/Univ Prep

(Rigorous Core)

CTE and/or Electives Child Development 1 & 2, Life Skills,

Accounting

ADVANCED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES High School to College/Career Linkages

Advanced Placement or IB courses:

Dual Enrollment courses: All DCC ECE classes on Moodle and can be taken as Early Start by HS students for ½ price, Communications w/ MCC

Online courses: Montana Digital Academy

Other: DCC - Uses Moodle Platform online for ECE Classes

POSTSECONDARY PROGRAM OF STUDY

Math English Major Other

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13—Semester 1

Business Math or Math 121

College Writing EDEC 108 INTRO TO ECE, EDEC105 Obs & Asses, EDEC 247 Child Dev & Lab

CAPP 131 Basic MS Office

13—Semester 2

EDEC 230 Pos child Guidance & lab EDEC 130 Health Safety & Nutrition

Standard first Aide CPR Public Speaking COMX-111

14—Semester 1

EDEC 220 Creating Envir for living EDEC 210 Meeting Family Needs

Intro Psy-PSYX 100 Music Art elective

14—Semester 2

EDEC 281 Curr Design & Implementation, EDEC 265 Leadership & Profess.

Intro Soc - 101 Survey of Except, EDSP 204 Psyx 272 Ed Psy Dev Psy - PSYx-230

MONTANA POSTSECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES

Montana University System Degree and Program Inventory: http://www.homepage.montana.edu/~mus/drginv/ Your Guide to Montana's Certificate and Associate Degree Programs: http://mus.edu/twoyear/YourGuide.html

MSU Two Year Colleges and Programs: City College MSUB—Billings (CC); Great Falls College MSU—Great Falls (GFC); Helena College UM—Helena (HC) Highlands College MT Tech—Butte(HC-Tech); Missoula College UM—Missoula (MC); Gallatin College MSU—Bozeman(GC)

Community Colleges: Dawson Community College (DCC) Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC) Miles Community College (MCC)

Tribal Colleges: Aaniiih Nakoda College (ANC);Blackfeet Community College(BCC); Chief Dull Knife College (CDKC);Fort Peck Community College (FPCC);Little Big Horn College (LBHC);Stone Child College (SCC);Salish Kootenai College (SKC)

Four Year Colleges/Universities: MSU—Bozeman; MSUB—Billings; MSUN—Havre; MT Tech—Butte; UM—Missoula; UMW—Dillon

MILITARY ● Requires diploma or GED ● 17 with parental consent; 18 without

Air Force, Air Guard, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy For more information: http://todaysmilitary.com

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

● Requires diploma or GED ● Less than 30 credits; little/no general ed credits ● Complete in one year or less

Gerontology ― FVCC

APPRENTICESHIP ● Requires diploma or GED ● Must be at least 18 ● Minimum 2,000 hours of supervised experience

See the MT Dept of Labor website for more information: http://wsd.dli.mt.gov/apprenticeship/default.asp

CERTIFICATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE

● Requires diploma or GED ● 30-45 credits; limited general education credits ● Complete in one year or less

Gerontology ― BCC Personal Trainer ― FVCC, SCC Early Childhood Education ― DCC

ASSOCIATE’S OF APPLIED SCIENCE

DEGREE

● Requires diploma or GED ● 60-72 credits; includes 15-25 general ed credits ● Complete in two years (if prepared academically

in math and English)

Human Services ― DCC, FVCC Substance Abuse Counseling ― FVCC, MSUB, DCC, BCC, SCC Early Childhood Education ― UMW, DCC, FVCC Education Studies ― UMW

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE

● Requires 4-year college prep for admission ● 128 credits (approximately) ● Complete in four years

Communication & Human Relationships ― UM Community Health ― MSU Early Childhood Education ― MSU, UMW Family & Consumer Sciences ― MSU Psychology ― UM, MSU Social Work ― UM, SKC Sociology ― MSU

Degree and Program Inventory above may not be all inclusive

Human Services ClusterEarly Childhood Development and Services Pathway

Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course Notes

Cluster Topic HMC01

ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS: Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and postsecondary education opportunities within a career cluster. Life Skills, Accounting W101,C101,EDEC265, EDEC210No additional statements in this topic beyond those found in the Essential Knowledge and Skills Chart.

Cluster Topic HMC02

COMMUNICATIONS: Use oral and written communication skills in creating, expressing and interpreting information and ideas including technical terminology and information. Life Skills, English W101,C101,EDED265,EDEC210No additional statements in this topic beyond those found in the Essential Knowledge and Skills Chart.

Cluster Topic HMC03

PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING: Solve problems using critical thinking skills (analyze, synthesize, and evaluate) independently and in teams. Solve problems using creativity and innovation. Stats, Calculus EDEC230,CM159,PYX103No additional statements in this topic beyond those found in the Essential Knowledge and Skills Chart.

Early Childhood Development and Services Pathway: People with careers in early childhood development and services nurture and teach children. They provide services in childcare centers, nursery schools, preschools, public schools, private households, family childcare homes, and before- and after-school programs.

The following Cluster (Foundation) Knowledge and Skill statements apply to all careers in the Human Services Cluster. Persons preparing for careers in the Human Services Cluster should be able to demonstrate these skills in addition to those found on the Essential Knowledge and Skills Chart.

C. CLUSTER (FOUNDATION) KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

PATHWAY DESCRIPTION

A. FOUNDATIONAL ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONS

B. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

All secondary students should meet Montana Common Core Standards. All Essential Knowledge and Skills and Cluster (Foundation) Knowledge and Skills are predicated on the assumption that foundational academic skills have been attended.

Essential Knowledge and Skills apply to careers in all clusters and pathways. Students preparing for careers in this pathway should be able to demonstrate these skills in context of this cluster and pathway.

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Human Services ClusterEarly Childhood Development and Services Pathway

Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course Notes

Cluster Topic HMC04

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS: Use information technology tools specific to the career cluster to access, manage, integrate, and create information.

Life Skills, Computer Apps CAPP131,ECED281,&283,EDEC270

No additional statements in this topic beyond those found in the Essential Knowledge and Skills Chart.

Cluster Topic HMC05

SYSTEMS: Understand roles within teams, work units, departments, organizations, inter-organizational systems, and the larger environment. Identify how key organizational systems affect organizational performance and the quality of products and services. Understand global context of industries and careers. EDEC165,SOC101

HMC05.01 Apply principles of planning, design, development, and evaluation when creating professional programs to accomplish long-range goals. EDEC281 & 283

HMC05.01.01 Design programs or activities to meet specific organizational and professional development needs. Life Skills All EDEC classes

Sample Indicators Document that programs and activities effectively address needs.

HMC05.02 Select and employ available human resources to accomplish team objectives in the human services setting.

EDEC105,EDEC265, SOC101HMC05.02.01 Accomplish team objectives using available human resources.

Sample Indicators Document that team objectives have been met.

Provide professional development opportunities for improvement. all EDEC labs

Cluster Topic HMC06

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL: Understand the importance of health, safety, and environmental management systems in organizations and their importance to organizational performance and regulatory compliance. Follow organizational policies and procedures and contribute to continuous improvement in performance and compliance. EDEC130 & 131, HL103

HMC06.01 Describe, assess, and demonstrate rules and laws which should be followed in a human services setting to promote occupational safety and health. EDEC130 & 131, HL103

HMC06.01.01 Demonstrate knowledge of rules and laws designed to promote safety and health and their rationale. EDEC130 & 131, HL103

Sample Indicators Identify key rights of employees related to occupational safety and health. EDEC130 & 131, HL103

Identify the responsibilities of employers related to occupational safety and health. EDEC130 & 131, HL103

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Human Services ClusterEarly Childhood Development and Services Pathway

Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesExplain the role of government agencies in providing a safe workplace. EDEC130 & 131, HL103

HMC06.01.02 Demonstrate methods to correct common hazards. edEC130 & 131, HL103HMC06.01.03 Demonstrate personal and group health and safety practices. EDEC130 & 131, HL103HMC06.01.04 Implement procedures to protect the health and safety of all individuals. Culinary Arts, CD 1

& 2 EDEC130 & 131, HL103HMC06.01.05 Manage the physical and social environment to reduce conflict and

promote safety. CD 1 & 2 EDEC130 & 131, HL103HMC06.01.06 Follow regulations and organizational policies and procedures to

assure a safe and healthy environment.Culinary Arts, CD 1 & 2 EDEC130 & 131, HL103

Cluster Topic HMC07

LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK: Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives. EDEC265, EDEC210

HMC07.01 Model behaviors that demonstrate support for the organization's mission and ensure quality service in order to provide quality human services to clients. All EDEC labs

HMC07.01.01 Develop organizational priorities that reflect the organization's mission.All EDEC labs

Sample Indicators Assist in setting organizational priorities to ensure quality. All EDEC labsHMC07.01.02 Establish working relationships with all levels of personnel. Life Skills All EDEC labs

Sample Indicators Use interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships. All EDEC labsHMC07.01.03 Develop culturally competent practices that are sensitive to cultural,

religious, disability, and gender issues. Life Skills All EDEC labs

Sample IndicatorsSet up and/or participate in workshops relating to cultural, religious, disability, and gender issues specific to human services careers. n/aDevelop service guidelines with other co-workers . n/a

HMC07.01.04 Maintain working relationships with all levels of personnel. Life Skills All EDEC labs

Cluster Topic HMC08

ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Know and understand the importance of professional ethics and legal responsibilities. EDEC108,EDEC265

HMC08.01 Model ethical and legal conduct while working in the human services industry. All EDEC labs

HMC08.01.01 Comply with legal requirements to assure appropriate conduct. All EDEC labsSample Indicators Assess and document legal compliance. All EDEC labs

HMC08.01.02 Adhere to recognized ethical standards to inspire confidence.Life Skills, CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

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Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesSample Indicators Assess and document adherence to ethical standards. All EDEC labs

HMC08.01.03 Maintain compliance by seeking ethical and legal guidance from appropriate sources. All EDEC labs

Sample Indicators Document, review, and resolve ethical and legal conflicts. All EDEC labsHMC08.02 Demonstrate actions that comply with legal requirements for

personal liability to guide personal conduct in the human services setting. All EDEC labs

HMC08.02.01 Prevent personal liability by following legal requirements. n/aSample Indicators Assess adherence to appropriate personal liability requirements. n/a

n/a

Cluster Topic HMC09

EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Know and understand the importance of employability skills. Explore, plan, and effectively manage careers. Know and understand the importance of entrepreneurship skills. EDEC265

HMC09.01 Explain written organizational policies, rules and procedures to help employees perform their jobs. n/a

HMC09.01.01 Locate appropriate information on organizational policies in handbooks and manuals. n/a

Sample Indicators Identify the contents of various organizational publications. n/aSelect the appropriate document(s) as reference for the situation. n/a

HMC09.01.02 Discuss how specific organizational policies and rules influence a specific work situation. n/a

Sample IndicatorsLocate and identify specific organizational policy, rule or procedure to assist with a given situation. n/a

Explain specific organizational policy, rule or procedure to improve a given situation. n/a

Cluster Topic HMC10

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Use the technical knowledge and skills required to pursue the targeted careers for all pathways in the career cluster, including knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of technological systems critical to the career cluster. CAPP131,EDU270

HMC10.01 Describe and apply technical knowledge and skills required to be successful in careers in the human services area. CD 1 & 2, Culinary

Arts CAPP131,EDU270HMC10.01.01 Practice skills in a chosen career path to gain familiarity with technical

processes.CD 1 & 2, Culinary Arts All EDED LABS

Sample Indicators Maintain successful employment. n/aEstablish an entrepreneurial enterprise. n/a

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Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesHMC10.02 Select and use cost effective resources to assist with planning

the delivery of human services. n/aHMC10.02.01 Practice skills in a chosen career path to gain familiarity with technical

processes. n/aSample Indicators Appropriately use resources.

HMC10.03 Describe and apply human development principles to enhance the well being of individuals served by the human services industry. CD 1 & 2 EDEC247, PSYX230

HMC10.03.01 Demonstrate services that align with human development principles.All EDEC labs

Sample IndicatorsAssess and document the satisfaction of clients/customers/participants with services provided.

Pathway Topic HMPA01

EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

HMPA01.01 Obtain necessary education and state-specific requirements in order to practice within early childhood development and services institutions. CD 1 & 2 EDEC108,EDEC265

HMPA01.01.01 Obtain a high school diploma. Life Skills EDEC108,EDEC265Sample Indicators Present legitimate credentials at job interview. EDEC108,EDEC265

HMPA01.01.02 Obtain a bachelors degree in early childhood development. EDEC108,EDEC265Sample Indicators Present legitimate credentials at job interview. EDEC108,EDEC265

HMPA01.01.03 Maintain minimum of a CDA certification. EDEC108,EDEC265Sample Indicators Document continuing education classes. EDEC108,EDEC265

Provide documentation to supervisor for review and filing. EDEC108,EDEC265HMPA01.01.04 Meet state-specific early childhood requirements for employment. EDEC108,EDEC265

Pathway Topic HMPA02

COMMUNICATIONSEDEC281&282, EDEC283&284

HMPA02.01 Describe and use grammatically correct English to enhance learning, direct behavior, and strengthen classroom management. CD 1 & 2 EDEC281&282, EDEC283&284

HMPA02.01.01 Engage children in meaningful and developmentally appropriate conversations to enhance learning and direct behavior. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

The following knowledge and skill statements apply to all careers in the Early Childhood Development and Services Pathway. D. PATHWAY KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesSample Indicators Confirm that children understand and respond by following directions.

HMPA02.01.02 Support curriculum development and classroom management by engaging in meaningful conversations with parents and children. CD 1 & 2 all EDEC labs

Sample IndicatorsConfirm that children seek information, ask questions, and engage in conversations with adults. all EDEC labs

HMPA02.01.03 Engage in meaningful conversations with parents and children to support curriculum development and classroom management. CD 1 & 2 EDEC210& 211

Sample IndicatorsProvide children with learning opportunities that are meaningful and developmentally-appropriate. all EDEC labsMake changes in expectations as needed. all EDEC labsAsk children for input on classroom rules and routines. all EDEC labsSeek parental input for suggestions and advice. n/aAsk parents to indicate their expectations and hopes. n/a

HMPA02.01.04 Use grammatically correct speech and written language to communicate with both the children and families. CD 1 & 2 all EDEC labs

HMPA02.01.05 Use strategies when providing guidance/intervention for inappropriate behavior (e.g. redirection, appropriate choices, etc). CD 1 & 2 all EDEC labs

HMPA02.02 Listen and communicate respectfully and attentively to the child to facilitate ongoing development. CD 1 & 2 EDEC108, all labs

HMPA02.02.01 Interact with child as an individual and in group settings. CD 1 & 2 all EDEC labs

Sample IndicatorsInteract with children on their level, bend down to engage children and provide support. all EDEC labs

Confirm that staff members comment and question children when appropriate. n/a

Regularly engage parents in conversations concerning their child’s development, child development in general and current issues in the program or classroom. n/aRegularly engage children in meaningful conversations about areas of interest to the child. all EDEC labsAsk children to comment and question openly and often. all EDEC labsRe-phrase and respond to comments appropriately and accurately. all EDEC labs

HMPA02.02.02 Provide positive role model to the children. CD 2 all EDEC labsHMPA02.02.03 Encourage participation by showing interest and listening intently to

children.. CD 2 all EDEC labsHMPA02.03 Listen and communicate respectfully and attentively to parents

to facilitate ongoing child development. EDEC210&211, EDEC247&248HMPA02.03.01 Communicate with family members (e.g. greet parents upon arrival and

departure, etc). EDEC105, EDEC210

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Human Services ClusterEarly Childhood Development and Services Pathway

Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course Notes

Sample Indicators Discuss lesson plans and progress notes with other staff members and parents. EDEC247&248Store past lesson plans and progress notes that are available for review. all EDEC labs

HMPA02.03.02 Educate families on the development of their child (e.g. send out information such as journal articles, safety recalls, community events, etc.).

Sample IndicatorsDocument parents’ actions and comments indicating understanding of information provided. All EDEC labs

HMPA02.03.03 Engage parents in meaningful conversations (showing interest and openness when listening) to encourage participation. EDEC210 & 211

HMPA02.04 Listen and communicate respectfully and attentively to staff members to facilitate child development activities. EDEC210 & 211

HMPA02.04.01 Communicate about classroom activities. EDEC281 & 282Sample Indicators Communicate scheduled meetings to parents and family. n/a

Keep accurate meeting records. n/aImplement action plans that are agreed to by all parties. n/a

HMPA02.04.02 Communicate about the developmental abilities of the children in the classroom. EDEC283 & 284

HMPA02.04.03 Communicate information among staff from family members. n/aHMPA02.05 Write plainly, synthesizing and summarizing information to

assure it is easily understood by parents and staff members.All EDEC labs

HMPA02.05.01 Document children's development and services provided. All EDEC labsHMPA02.05.02 Inform parents through a variety of methods. n/a

HMPA02.06 Create and organize parent-teacher conferences, open houses and family forums to enhance family and community involvement. EDEC210 & 211

HMPA02.06.01 Discuss children's progress with parents at formal and informal meetings. All EDEC labs

Pathway Topic HMPA03

PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING

HMPA03.01 Analyze situations and apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to provide solutions in an early childhood setting. CD 1 & 2 EDEC230, EDEC248, all labs

HMPA03.01.01 Manage the learning environment using appropriate techniques. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

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Human Services ClusterEarly Childhood Development and Services Pathway

Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course Notes

Sample IndicatorsEstablish a developmentally-appropriate learning environment in which children are able to succeed. All EDEC labsMake changes when necessary. All EDEC labs

HMPA03.01.02 Provide intervention (when needed) by utilizing knowledge regarding typical and atypical child development. CD 1 & 2 EDEC247

Sample IndicatorsRespond quickly to situations that require adult intervention, such as injury or behavior issues. All EDEC labs

Take immediate action to help a child, which may include first aid or calling 911. EDEC130 & 131Use first aid with universal precautions. All EDEC labsInform supervisor of problem and action. All EDEC labsDocument incident report. All EDEC labs

Pathway Topic HMPA04

INFORMATION TECHOLOGY APPLICATIONS

HMPA04.01 Select and use appropriate technology to enhance and organize early care and education programs. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

HMPA04.01.01 Use computer and applicable software for record keeping, lesson plans, and children’s learning activities. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

Sample Indicators Keep lesson plans and accurate records up-to-date and readily available. All EDEC labsEngage children in utilizing computer technology. All EDEC labs

All EDEC labsPathway Topic

HMPA05SYSTEMS

HMPA05.01 Maintain working partnerships with child development licensing and certification organizations to keep abreast of current procedures and changes. EDEC108, EDEC265

HMPA05.01.01 Identify appropriate licensing regulations. EDEC108, EDEC265Sample Indicators Document that program is compliant with current licensing regulations. n/a

HMPA05.01.02 Comply with licensing regulations. n/aHMPA05.01.03 Respond to all licensing and certification communications in a timely

manner. n/aSample Indicators Maintain required credentials. n/a

HMPA05.01.04 Initiate communication as needed to resolve situations. All EDEC labsSample Indicators Respond proactively when problems arise. All EDEC labs

Follow through with suggestions provided. All EDEC labsHMPA05.01.05 Cooperate with all service providers. All EDEC labs

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Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesSample Indicators Respond to requests or concerns. All EDEC labs

Follow through with solutions in a timely manner. All EDEC labsHMPA05.02 Foster and create working relationships between staff and

parents/family members to encourage involvement and enhance learning. EDEC210 & 211

HMPA05.02.01 Develop activities that promote staff and parent/family member involvement. EDEC 211

Sample Indicators Greet parents and family members when they enter the program or classroom. All EDEC labsUse correct names for parents and family members. All EDEC labsTalk to parents and families. All EDEC labs

HMPA05.02.02 Demonstrate strategies to establish and communicate the parent's and family's role as primary teachers. All EDEC labs

Pathway Topic HMPA06

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTEDEC130 & 131

HMPA06.01 Complete safety and sanitation procedures associated with the early childhood education environment to assure compliance and readiness for potential hazards. CD 1 & 2 EDEC131

HMPA06.01.01 Meet health requirements. CD 1 & 2 EDEC130 & 131Sample Indicators Provide a safe and sanitary environment. All EDEC labs

Provide supervision at all times. All EDEC labsHMPA06.01.02 Provide and maintain safety indoors and outdoors. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labsHMPA06.01.03 Respond to emergency situations appropriately. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

Pathway Topic HMPA07

LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORKEDEC210 & 211

HMPA07.01 Create an inviting and encouraging atmosphere to encourage parent and family participation. EDEC265

HMPA07.01.01 Present opportunities to enhance parent’s and family’s roles as primary teachers. EDEC211, EDEC265

Sample IndicatorsWrite and phone parents/family regularly to inform them about child’s progress and activities. n/aRequest parents’ suggestions for curriculum development. n/aSchedule appointments at parents’ requests or on own initiative to discuss child’s development. n/a

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Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesProvide parents with developmental information about their child and typically developing children of their child’s age. n/a

Pathway Topic HMPA08

ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES

HMPA08.01 Describe and adhere to ethical and legal responsibilities, laws and regulations to protect children and families. EDEC265

HMPA08.01.01 Comply with early childhood education laws and regulations. EDEC265Sample Indicators Follow through with reporting cases of child abuse. EDEC265

Maintain confidentiality when handling any information concerning children, parents or other staff members. EDEC265

HMPA08.01.02 Demonstrate respect for diversity in the early childhood environment.CD 1 & 2 EDEC265

Sample Indicators Treat children, parents and other staff with respect at all times. EDEC265HMPA08.01.03 Recognize and report abuse and neglect. EDEC265

Pathway Topic HMPA09

EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

No additional statements in the topic beyond those found in the Cluster and Essential Knowledge and Skills Charts. CD 1 & 2 EDEC108

Pathway Topic HMPA10

TECHNICAL SKILLSEDEC247 & 248

HMPA10.01 Employ principles of child growth and development, including social, emotional, physical and cognitive milestones to provide comprehensive program offerings. CD 1 & 2 EDEC281

HMPA10.01.01 Create developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans to reflect various interests and developmental levels. CD 1 & 2 EDEC281 &282

Sample Indicators Observe, assess, and document children’s progress. EDEC105HMPA10.01.02 Implement developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans to

reflect various interests and developmental levels. CD 1 & 2 EDEC281 & 282Sample Indicators Observe, assess, and document children’s progress. EDEC105

HMPA10.01.03 Evaluate curriculum for compliance with state-specific and NAEYC standards. EDEC281

Sample Indicators Observe, assess, and document children's participation type and level. EDEC105Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress. EDEC105Document that curriculum meets standards. EDED105

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Knowledge and Skills High School Post Secondary Course NotesHMPA10.01.04 Evaluate child’s strengths and needs. EDEC105

Sample Indicators Create rapport with the children and parents/family members. All EDEC labs

Analyze children’s developmental level from observation and elicited information. EDEC105HMPA10.01.05 Analyze information and observations to individualize a plan of

instruction for each child. EDEC105

Sample IndicatorsObserve, assess, and document that children can follow the plan successfully and the progress of the children. EDEC105

HMPA10.02 Incorporate play and other activities to develop children’s skills. CD 1 & 2 EDEC281 & 282

HMPA10.02.01 Create activities suitable for varied learning styles and needs. CD 1 & 2 EDEC281 & 282Sample Indicators Observe, assess, and document children's participation level. All EDEC labs

Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress. All EDEC labsHMPA10.03 Evaluate curriculum for multicultural awareness activities to

ensure a culturally rich and inviting learning environment.CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs and classes

HMPA10.03.01 Create an environment to highlight richness and diversity of staff, children, and their families. CD 1 & 2 EDEC210 & 211

Sample Indicators Behave courteously and respectfully to people of all cultures. All EDEC classes & labsCreate learning activities focused on various cultures. All EDEC classes & labsGive parents an opportunity to share their culture in the classroom. All EDEC classes & labsProvide books, posters, food and music representing diversity. All EDEC classes & labs

HMPA10.04 Evaluate curriculum for inclusiveness of special needs children. CD 1 & 2 All EDEC labs

HMPA10.04.01 Recognize developmental delays in children. All EDEC labsHMPA10.04.02 Network with community agencies to provide special needs services.

n/aHMPA10.04.03 Integrate practices that support the development of special needs

children. All EDEC labs

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