evaluating the teacher's temperament, spirit and character, the judgment of the teacher's ease or
awkwardness also indicates the teacher's professional knowledge, skills, and attitude. Hence, qualified
kindergarten teachers should be equipped with excellent pedagogical and crisis control competencies
besides being well acquainted with professional theories, and having abundant educational enthusiasm
and ideals. Moreover, knowing how to apply teaching methods heightens the learning effects and
constructs a safe learning environment.
First, this article explores the meaning of teacher professional competency, indicator constructing
methods and models. Then, indicator constructing methods of professional competency and developed
content for the indicators of professional competency in kindergarten teachers are proposed. The model
and indicators may be used as a reference for teachers, kindergartens, administration agencies, and
researchers for further studies.
Relation:
Asian Journal of Management and Humanity Sciences 1(2):320-335
