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

The National Black Child Development Institute http://www.nbcdi.org/

 The NBCDI MISSION IS: For more than 40 years, the National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) has been at the forefront of engaging leaders, policymakers, professionals, and parents around critical and timely issues that directly impact Black children and their families. We are a trusted partner in delivering culturally relevant resources that respond to the unique strengths and needs of Black children around issues including early childhood education, health, child welfare, literacy, and family engagement. With the support of our Affiliate network in communities across the country, we are committed to our mission “to improve and advance the quality of life for Black children and their families through education and advocacy.” The: NBCDI VISION: envisions a society that ensures a successful future for all children.

At this time there were no jobs posted under the Employment Opportunities page  

ZERO TO THREE http://www.zerotothree.org/

The ZERO TO THREE Policy Center is a nonpartisan, research-based resource for federal and state policymakers and advocates on the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. The Policy Center brings to bear ZERO TO THREE’s more than 30 years of research-based expertise on infant and toddler development to ensure that public policies reflect best practices and current research in support of our nation’s very young children. Our agenda is simple: The ZERO TO THREE Policy Center promotes good health, strong families, and positive early learning experiences for all infants and toddlers, with special emphasis on those who are the most vulnerable and in need. The Policy Center advances public policy solutions and investments for the health and development of very young children and their families. In doing so, the Policy Center synthesizes and disseminates knowledge, cultivates advocacy leadership, and engages policymakers.

The job opportunity that interest me was a Content Manger. The skills and experience I would need to competently fulfill this role are;

A minimum of 3-6 years of experience in a related field
 Exceptional writing and organizational storytelling skills and experience
A strong understanding of digital content
Familiarity with major social networking platforms in regards to news gathering
Understanding of and experience with social and digital media (Facebook, Twitter, blogging)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Creativity and an "out of the box" approach, especially in terms of conceiving updates to existing titles combined with strong project management skills
A passion for driving conversations about the most important issues in the title’s topic area
Content creation and publications experience (digital, video and/or print) preferred
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines
Ability to grasp early childhood issues. Must demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret the organization’s message, voice, and tone
Content management system (CMS) experience a plus
Knowledge of HTML and/or CSS a plus
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus


The National Head Start Association http://www.nhsa.org/

The National Head Start Association is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization committed to the belief that every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, has the ability to succeed in life. The opportunities offered by Head Start lead to healthier, empowered children and families, and stronger, more vibrant communities. NHSA is the voice for more than 1 million children, 200,000 staff and 1,600 Head Start grantees in the United States. Since 1974, NHSA has worked diligently for policy changes that ensure all at-risk children have access to the Head Start model of support for the whole child, the family and the community. The NHSA Mission is to coalesce, inspire, and support the Head Start field as a leader in early childhood development and education.

Selected Position Openings: Thank you for your interest in the National Head Start Association. Although at this time there were no job position open I will be looking back on a later date for job posting.

I must say it is a privilege to be an Early Childhood Professional within the Early Childhood Field. As early childhood educators we have a wide range of resources, and information to help guide us in effectively helping young children, and families. Therefore I chose these three organizations not only because they appealed to me but mainly because of their determination and commitment to improving, and making positive social change in the lives of all children, and their families.

 

“Exploring Roles in the ECE Community: Local and State Levels”

The first organization I chose was the, Division of Family and Children Services. Through this organization they recognize that “more than 470,000 of Georgia’s children under the age of six are in the care of someone other than their parents for as much as 10 hours a day. Children’s experiences during this time determine if their brain architecture will provide a strong or a weak foundation for all future learning, behavior and health. It is critical that parents and child care providers have the tools they need to ensure that Georgia’s children are receiving the highest quality of early care and education. But while experts agree that quality early care and education for children is critical, resources supporting care during this crucial developmental stage are severely limited”

https://dfcs.dhs.georgia.gov/child-care-provider-resources

 

The second organization I chose was, The American Library Association. This organization is an organization that serve children and youths. “The ALSC Liaison with National Organizations Committee works to build liaison relationships with national organizations who serve children and youth and who share similar goals to ALSC.  Committee members work with these organizations to make them aware of ALSC’s activities and goals, and to involve themselves in the activities of these organizations”. The organization also help other organizations, groups, and community leaders “find links to these national organizations and perhaps find a local chapter that can assist you in your work with children and youth in your area”. Some of these organizations that are involve and committed to being a part of the American Library Association in helping serve children, and youths are organizations such as; Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America, matches one child, usually from a single-parent, low-income family, with one adult volunteer, who serves as a mentor, friend and role model. 500 independent locally run agencies provide counseling, referral, and family support services. Boys & Girls Clubs of America is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. A Boys and Girls Club provides: a safe place to learn and grow; ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals; life-enhancing programs and character development experiences; and, hope and opportunity. Children's Defense Fund exists to provide a strong and effective voice for all the children of America, who cannot vote, lobby, or speak out for themselves. CDF focuses on health, education, child welfare, mental health, child care, adolescent pregnancy, family income, and youth employment.

http://www.ala.org/alsc/externalrelationships/organizations

My third choice and most important organization was the organization of, Child Care Aware of America. This organization. “Is our nation’s leading voice for child care. They work with more than 600 state and local Child Care Resource and Referral agencies to ensure that families in every local community have access to quality, affordable child care. http://www.usa.childcareaware.org/ through this organization I feel believe I could find local resources, and other important information that would be beneficial to me as an early childhood professional. I also feel this organization would be valuable in helping me accomplish my goals in helping low-income families, and their children within my community, and other communities in helping families find access to quality care for their children.

In looking through the list of job openings that interest me I found that the Division of Family and Children Services had a job opening for an Economic Support Specialist (Childcare Program). Some of the responsibilities are to; Determines eligibility and manages on-going cases for the CAPS Program (Childcare). The Childcare program assists families in receiving safe and affordable daycare assistance in order for the adult to work and/or participate in approved work/school activities. Conducts outreach activities and makes presentations to community organizations, churches, schools, community groups and businesses in an effort to provide education to the public regarding Family Medicaid, Peach Care for Kids and other needs-based programs. Calculates budgets, manually and using appropriate devices. Keys in a high volume of data using standard office hardware and software. Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Required Qualifications: Education, Experience and Credentials; Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an approved accredited college or university and one (1) year of related experience-or-One (1) year at the lower level or position equivalent (Economic Support Specialist Associate) or-High school diploma or GED equivalent and two (2) years related experience. I also found jobs in Child care aware of America which lead me to a numeral of jobs such as; youth care workers to jobs related to the field of early childhood. Therefore most of the jobs listed consist of qualifications, and experiences that I have now within the early childhood field to be approved as qualified for the jobs description.  However, while I did not find any jobs that interest me within The American Library Association, I could however connect with some of the other organizations affiliated with the organizations that consist of jobs related to the field of working with children, and their families.

Reference

Child Care Aware of America. .Retrieved from http://www.usa.childcareaware.org/

Division of Family and Children Services. .Retrieved from https://dfcs.dhs.georgia.gov/child-care-provider-resources

The American Library Association. .Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/alsc/externalrelationships/organizations