I had a hard time at first looking for jobs in the early childhood education field for the national/federal level. I thought I had to find a job for the federal government. I then realized that I could find a job just on their website but it could be for other places since that was really all I saw posted.
I did find what I believe is a national job for National Head Start Association. The job I thought sounded interesting was Operations Coordinator. The job duties are "to develop plans, monitor and coordinate operations of Head Start centers in accordance with all applicable guidelines, and to train mentor and support staff to achieve program goals"(NHSA,2015). Since I am not a member of the National Head Start Association I was unable to view more detail on this job. I have chosen this association because Head Start is a wonderful program. I feel they do great things for families that need the help. I would love to be part of that.
The second organization that I found was National Association for the Education of Young Children. The position I thought sounded interesting was the Director of Quality Assessment and Assurance. I have chosen this job because I think it would be interesting to look at the assessment scores of centers/classrooms. The qualifications and skills needed for this position are bachelor's degree, able to recruit, 3 years of experience with supervisory, able to motivate staff, and experience with early childhood evaluation. The reason I have chosen NAEYC is because they are a very well known organization. I believe in everything they work for. "NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children"(NAEYC, 2015).
The third organization that I found was National Children's Advocacy Center. The position I thought was interesting was Family Advocate. This position is in charge of training and consultations to professionals. The education and experience needed is a Bachelor's degree in related field, license to provide mental health services, experience in related field, case management experience. The skills needed are confidentiality, knowledge of child development, able to work any hours, professional and able to speak English. I reason I have chosen this organization is because it has to do with my challenge. "The NCAC models, promotes, and delivers excellence in child abuse response and prevention through service, education, and leadership"(NCAC, 2015).
The fourth organization that I found was Zero to Three. The position I thought was interesting was Policy Specialist. A Bachelor's degree is need for this position. The skills are strong writing, time management, dependable, able to travel, interpersonal skills, solve problems. Microsoft office, and 2 years of experience. I have chose this organization because I have research it many times and I always find new facts about them.
Resources
NAEYC. (2015). Our Mission and Strategic Direction. Retrieved from
NAEYC: http://www.naeyc.org/about/mission
NCAC. (2015). Mission Statement. Retrieved from National Children's Advocacy
Center: http://www.nationalcac.org/mission-statement/mission.html
NHSA. (2015). Professional Development. Retrieved from National Head Start
Association: https://www.nhsa.org/our-work/professional-development/careers
Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post, and learning about all the exciting job opportunities! My favorite job posting had to be with the National Head Start Center! By currently working as a On-Site Supervisor with Head Start in Fayetteville NC, I want to find different jobs within the company with will allow me to use my skills and experience to help train, mentor, and lead teachers. Head Start is geared towards helping less fortunate children, so I want to make sure that teachers are properly trained so that they will have a life long impact on the young lives they teach every day! Good luck!
Hi Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteI was very interested in the jobs at the National Head Start Association as well. I found it difficult to get more information on some of the jobs I was interested in as you had to be a member to receive that information. The position you chose for operations coordinator would be a great job to have as you could be a strong support to programs to help them succeed within their community.
Hi Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteI also spoke about a job on the NAEYC website. I believe the one I looked at was for Quality Improvement. I enjoy improving the building I'm currently at. I love learning new ideas and way to do things, so I'm always looking for my staff to be reaching for the best quality for the children. I chose the job on the NAEYC site, because I feel passionate about higher quality, much like NAEYC.
Hi Cheryl
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your blog. National Head Start Association is one of my top organizations. This organization appeals to me because it serves children, families, and the community. It helps children have what they need to succeed and also to be school ready.