Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: National/Federal Level

At least three national/federal organizations or communities of practice that appealed to you and why you chose them 1. The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States. Great qchange is a positive one, especially when it comes to children and education. 2. Child Care Services Association (CCSA) is a nationally recognized nonprofit working to ensure affordable, accessible, high quality child care for all families through research, services and advocacy. We are more than just an agency working to improve child care; we are also an association of groups, individuals and volunteers committed to supporting the right of young children and their families to have the best possible life. 3. National Institute of Early Education Research (NIEER)The National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) conducts and communicates research to support high-quality, effective early childhood education for all young children. Such education enhances their physical, cognitive, and social development, and subsequent success in school and later life. Retrieved from http://nieer.org Conducting research or gathering information to support high quality care is beneficial. The world of Early Childhood is changing and is important we keep up with current and pertinent information as it applies to Educators and students. 4. United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund(UNICEF)is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. Like myself, they believe in providing children with a bright future by attending to their early years. Early intervention services and advocacy is important when ensuring all children are provided with the rights to the opportunity to learn. We advocate for measures to give children the best start in life, because proper care at the youngest age forms the strongest foundation for a person’s future. Retrieved from http://www.unicef.or Job opportunities (currently available or not) that interest you 1. No job listings available. 2. CSSA job opportunities include National T.E.A.C.H. TA Center Higher Education Project Manager.($46,800 to $70,200)Deliver high quality technical assistance, training and resources to support T.E.A.C.H. states in their efforts to increase student success and to facilitate better articulation of courses and degrees within the states’ higher education systems. Retrieved from http://www.childcareservices.org 3. NIEER is accepting application for Data Collector. I have 3 years working with data collecting while working for a Marketing Research Company. NIEER supports early childhood policy development by providing independent research and analysis. 4. UNICEF have various careers available from volunteering, Junior Professional Program, and more. Skills and experience you would need to competently fulfill each of these roles 1. No job listed. 2. Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field plus or including at least 18 birth to five focused semester hours At least three years of experience in working in programs that serve young children and their families; at least ten years experience as faculty in an institution of higher education. Experience collecting and analyzing basic program and evaluation data Experience working with diverse populations Experience in developing and conducting high quality early childhood professional development opportunities. 3.Applicants should be graduate students, have a BA or be upperclassman undergraduate students with a focus on child development, early childhood, psychology or related field. Knowledgeable about child development and developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching practices (e.g. Teacher) preferred. Experience in classroom settings and/or working with children highly preferred. Must be available to work 2-3x per week during data collection period; days are flexible and must be available to attend intensive trainings that vary between 2 days and a full week. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate an excellent academic record (GPA should be 3.0 or better). Retrieved from http://nieer.org 4.Junior Professional level requires you to have citizenship of country, age 28-32, degree of Masters to a Bachelor's; two years of relevant work; computer literacy; interest in the work of UNICEF; and have the ability to interact and respect others regardless of beliefs, values, culture, gender, and so forth. Pay is competitive. To apply please send a letter of interest, curriculum vita, transcript (if currently a student), and the names of two references. http://nieer.org Reference Child Care Services Association. Retrieved from http://www.childcareservices.org