Week 4

Three international organizations that appeal to me are the United Nations children's fund(UNICEF),Save the children, and  National Association for the Education of Young Children.

1-The United Nations Children(UNICEF) appeals to me because  this organization is doing  great job to help meet children's  basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential, it strives to promote quality education and healthy lifestyles  for the most vulnerable children across the world. It "works with others to overcome the obstacles that poverty, violence, disease and discrimination place in a child’s path"(UNICEF). Their vision is to "promote the equal rights of children, and to support their full participation in the political, social and economic development of their communities"(UNICEF). Currently, I could not find any job listing.

2-Save the Children appeals to me because it calls for invest in childhood and focus on gives children a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. Furthermore, Save the Children "protects children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence in all regions of the world'. One job that interested me is the position of early childhood coordinator Responsibilities Recruit families with children ages birth to five into the program. Develop and schedule the program activities, including home visiting, parent/child groups, transition to school activities and other programmatic activities. Provide regular home visits to families (twice monthly) using STC approved home visiting curriculum. Organize parent child groups. Conduct child screenings and make referrals. Participate in training and technical assistance activities. Participate in the evolution of Early Steps, including data collection, interviewing and videotaping activities. Requirements A degree in Early Childhood or related field is preferred but not required. Experience and training working in a home visiting, infant/toddler, early childhood/parenting education program. Experience working with pregnant women, children ages birth to five, and families in rural areas. Experience leading parent or community groups. Experience with timely reporting and maintaining accurate records on program activities. Experience in collaborating with early childhood programs in the community. For this position I would need to work on improving my leadership skills.   3-The National Association for the education of young children appeals to me because it is the world's largest organizations working  on behalf of young children. Their mission is to serve and act on behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of all young children with primary focus on the provision of educational and developmental services and resources (NAEYC Bylaws, Article I., Section 1.1). This organization has variety of resources, articles, and strategies that help teachers to meet the needs of their children and families. The position that I found available in this organization is Director of Marketing & Membership. The Director will supervise the Marketing Manager, providing strategic guidance and direction for campaigns that fall within the Manager’s portfolio, as well as ensuring opportunities for professional development and growth. The requirement for this position is Bachelor’s degree or higher At least 10 years of experience, including managing at a department level and at least 5 years in senior marketing related roles that may include marketing, membership, digital/social media strategy, media relations, and public affairs. Must have demonstrated success in building brand equity, membership loyalty, and using marketing to support programmatic outcomes.  The ability to made decisions based on accurate and timely analysis is essential.  Prior association experience is preferred. I feel that I do not meet all the requirement, I do not have  experience in marketing and I need to work much more  on my communication and interpersonal skills. I want to gain knowledge and skills in marketing so that I can be qualified for this position.   References   . http://www.unicefusa.org/ Save the Children. (2011). (Retrieved from http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm National Association For the Education of Young Children(n.d.).Retrieved from http://www.naeyc.org/

Exploring  Roles in the ECE Community: Local and State Levels

Three communities of  practice that appeal to me

1-Bridges4kids.It is a non-profit organization providing a comprehensive system of information and referral for parents and professionals working with children from birth through transition to adult life. I have chosen  this organization  because it provides parents, educators, and others the information, knowledge and supports  they need to help children with special needs to develop and grow in a healthy environment . Likewise, I was interested in this organization as it focus on building partnerships between families, schools and communities to help promote children's learning and development.

2-  Michigan Association for the education of Young Children. I have picked this association because it works on improving the education and the well-being of   young children  through professional development and advocacy.

3-Early Childhood Investment Corporation  . Early childhood investment collaborate with state and local, public and private partners to promote early childhood policy and program innovations and provide technical assistance and evidence-based information about community strategies that help children and families thrive.I have chosen this corporation because it focus on helping young children to have a great start and arrives at the kindergarten door ready to succeed in school, with parents who are committed to educational achievement. It has great resources that can help providers improve the care and education they give to children.

The job that apples to me is directing my own center. I feel that my journey in the early childhood field has helped me to gain the skills and the knowledge that I need  in running my own center.

References

Bridges4 kids :http://www.bridges4kids.org/

Michigan Association for the education of Young Children :http://www.miaeyc.org/

Early Childhood Investment Corporation : http://greatstartforkids.org/