Title: Identify specific entrepreneurial possibilities in early childhood education.
Course: Introduction to Early Childhood Education (19153-36) > Section: Exploring Early Childhood Education Careers

Identification should consist of a list of possibilities for entrepreneurship with a brief clarification (e.g., nanny, recreation facilitator, family/center-based childcare business owner, dance instructor, toy designer, photographer, children's author and illustrator, counselor, early childhood education consultant, Virginia Quality rater or technical assistance provider).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What is an entrepreneurial business?
- What early childhood entrepreneurial opportunities are available now? In the future?
- What education or specialized training might be required for entrepreneurial opportunities?

Communication

- What communication skills are necessary for an entrepreneur in the early childhood education industry?
- What are ways to communicate information about the entrepreneurial business to future customers? (e.g., social media, print, broadcast)

Leadership

- What leadership qualities are needed for success as an entrepreneur in the early childhood education industry?
- What ethical and legal issues confront entrepreneurs in this field?

Management

- What management skills are needed to succeed as an entrepreneur?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of entrepreneurship?