When it comes to national and federal organizations that
appeal to me and that I would want as part of my community of practice. I would
say that the first would be the National Head Start Association. I think that
what they do is great. They are an “organization that gives every child an
opportunity to succeed in school regardless of circumstance” (National Head
Start Association, n.d.). With them there are several ways to get involved but
it does not really seem like they are job opportunities unless you reach out to
one of their local branches. They are an organization that is located all over
the country. However, ways to get involved is through becoming a member,
donation, partner, network, or market. A membership allows you to be involved
through advocation, learning and leadership opportunities through conferences,
and exchanges through the magazine they provide, and finally, as a member you
will be receive weekly newsletters. Through their advocation you are helping head
start find opportunities for children. You are working within Congress, etc. In
some of these ways to get involved, you do not have to have experience you just
have to have a desire to be involved and make a difference for children. For
others, you can be an alumni or have a child who attended a Head Start program.
The second organization that appeals to me is NAEYC, or The
National Association of Education Young Children. It is a wonderful organization
that works on the development of young children and those that work with them.
They have been a great resource and tool for in my career and in my education.
They are also an accreditation program. Career opportunities do exist with
them. All he positions are in the Washington D.C. area, so that would mean a relocation
for me. They had several positions available. The jobs vary and so do the
experiences. I reviewed several jobs that are currently available they the qualifications
range from an associates degree to a bachelor’s degree with experience in the
area you are applying for.
Finally, they last national/federal organization that I would
like as part of my community of practice that appealed to me was Zero to Three.
They are an awesome organization that lends a help to those in the area of
early childhood and to those who have children in this age group that need help
in any area. They do have job opportunities and allow others to post job
opportunities. I saw a job for a Program Manager-PLAY for instance. The job
qualifications are Master’s or Doctoral degree in psychology, social work, or
human services and experience. They job is located in Colorado. Even though I
can not do this, I still love them, and what they offer. I have used them in my
career and educational pursuits. I will continue to use them in the future and
suggest them to others.
NAEYC is a wonderful organization that helps support and set guidelines for early childhood education. Promote a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children (NEAYC.org).
ReplyDeleteBeing involved in this organization helps promote the importance of early childhood education. Setting core values for early childhood professionals and how to create relationships with families.
Lisa, I enjoyed your reading your blog. Thank you for mentioning the Head Start Association this has to be my favorite program as well. I am proud of the reason for establishing Head Start. As an educator I am grateful for NAEYC organization because it supports ways to provide for all families regardless of race, economic status towards quality care and education.
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