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

The first organization that I chose is NAEYC (National Association of the Education of Young Children). I am currently a member of this organization and attended the National Conference 4 years ago in Orlando Florida. It was then that I realized that this organization was a big part of the field of early learning. Their mission or main focus is to promote the highest level of quality learning for young children from birth -8 years of age. Their focus is to “connect early childhood practice, policy, and research.”

The second organization I chose was CDA council and this organization was something that stuck out to me when I first got involved in the field and I contemplated should I go to get the credential to give me more insight. I have recently signed up to become  a CDA PD Specialist, this means that I will bring in my mentoring skills and all Child Development knowledge to assess the candidates skills and I will assist the candidate to complete their self-reflection assessment. The CDA council promotes improved performance to the professionals in the field of ECE.

The final organization I chose is NHSA (National Head Start Association). This organization is committed to giving every child the chance to succeed in school regardless of their circumstance, social class or family background. Many successful adults can think back and remember head start being the place that they developed the foundation and passion for learning.

The first organization NAEYC has a position for Reliability Manager and this position calls for someone to support those in the accreditation process which is voluntary to improve the quality of care that is provided.

 The second organization CDA council has already approved me to qualify to become a CDA PD Specialist contingent upon me passing the test that is required. I think this position held my attention because I love to help someone that wants to help themselves become more marketable in the field.

The final organization has a position for a Family Developer Specialist and I think this job would be ideal for me because it can help me to build up the family character of families in need. With assistance this position can help families to build a bond and reconnect in some way.

Skills needed for the mentioned positions above is patients and the ability to work with others. You should know how to effectively communicate and display leadership skills. Show passion and the desire to help those in need.

References:

National Association for the Education of Young Children: (2015) Retrieved from: http://www.naeyc.org/

Council for Professional Recognition: (2015) Retrieved from: http://www.cdacouncil.org/

 National Head Start Association (2015) Retrieved from: https://www.nhsa.org/