For this journal, you will research the requirements for your potential career path, reflect on your current skill set, and begin to examine the steps necessary to reach your career goals. The purpose for this journal is to help you create an organized career plan using the resources provided below.

To prepare for this journal, begin by reading the Career Planning Step-by-Step article that discusses the importance of developing a clear career plan.  Next, consider how you can develop your personal plan.

Creating Your Career Plan 
For additional details, view the presentation How do I build my career path? 

• Identify the job title you hope to enter KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
  
• Establish your career/professional goals 
  
• Identify your competencies and professional preferences 
  
• Analyze your career –specific competencies 
  
• Create a professional development plan to achieve your career goals 
  
• Revisit and revise as needed 
  

In a one-to-two page word document or equivalent Power Point:

• Identify your long-term goals (What do you hope to accomplish in the next five-to-ten years?)  KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
  
• Explore the skills and qualifications related to this type of role
  
• Discuss the anticipated resources necessary to meet  the goals you identified

For additional guidance, see the following recommended resources: 

Career Planning Step-by-Step article 

How do I build my career path?