Kindergarten Teacher
ようちえんきょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : Nursery Teachers and Kindergarten Teachers
- Minor : Kindergarten Teachers
Summary
A profession that supports the physical and mental development of young children through education and childcare, fostering basic life habits and social skills.
Description
Kindergarten teachers develop childcare and education plans to promote young children's physical and mental development, implementing diverse activities such as picture book readings, craft activities, and outdoor play. They conduct observations and records, sharing growth and challenges with parents and the team. They also handle event management, safety and hygiene management, parent communication, and ICT-utilized learning support.
Future Outlook
Although the number of kindergartens is declining due to falling birthrates, demand for kindergarten teachers is expected to remain stable to some extent due to the development of certified children's centers and diversification of childcare needs. Skill enhancement in ICT utilization and improving childcare quality is required.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Full-time / Kindergarten / School Corporation Employment / Shift
Career Path
Kindergarten Teacher Apprentice → Kindergarten Teacher → Lead Instructor → Director → School Corporation Headquarters Staff
Required Skills
Childcare Planning / Communication Skills / Hygiene Management / Observation Skills / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Parent Communication) / Craft Activity Guidance / ICT Utilization / Play and Learning Activity Guidance / Storytelling
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with children, parents, and colleagues is necessary. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required to devise play and activity content to engage children's interest. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for all-day standing work, carrying children, accompanying outdoor play, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to create annual, monthly, and weekly childcare plans and systematically manage events. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | In early childhood education, observation and intuition are valued more than advanced logical analysis. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical processing is not a major part of the work. |
Related Qualifications
- Kindergarten Teacher License (Type 1・Type 2)
Aliases
- Kindergarten Instructor
- Kindergarten Teacher
Related Jobs
- Childcare Worker
- Early Childhood Education Coordinator
- Elementary School Teacher