Organization: Association
for Childhood Education International
I choose this
organization based on their involvement in advocacy and the various initiatives
they are involved in: One such
initiative is Love Me, Teach Me whose intention is to “promote the needs and
rights of children everywhere (Love Me, Teach
Me, 2011) based on four cornerstones.
Cornerstone 1: See Me:
the child’s right to identity
Cornerstone 2: Hear Me:
The child’s right to participation
Cornerstone 3: Love Me:
The child’s right to security, stability and protection
Cornerstone 4: Teach Me:
The child’s right to education
Another initiative,
Decade for Childhood 2012-2022, describes what a good childhood looks like
based on ten pillars and the concept that “Every child in every nation deserves
a childhood full of hope, joy, freedom, and promise for the future” (Decade for Childhood, 2011). This particular initiative is sponsored by the
Association of Childhood Education International and the Alliance for
Childhood.
The
Ten Pillars of a Good Childhood
1.
Safe and secure places for living and learning, with access to
health care, clothing, and nutritious food
2.
Strong families and loving, consistent caregivers
3.
Social interactions and friendships
4.
Creative play and physical activity
5.
Appreciation and stewardship of the natural environment
6.
Creative expression through music, dance, drama, and the other arts
7.
Education that develops the full capacities of the
child—cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and ethical
8.
Supportive, nurturing, child-friendly communities
9.
Growing independence and decision making
10. Children and youth
participating in community life.
Employment
Opportunities
Country Liaison
Program—this is a volunteer position in which ACEI seeks to create a network of
liaisons from around the world to collect and share information on childhood
education policies & practices, share the information and promote
intercultural & international understanding. Currently there is no liaison in the United
States.
Requirements
For
this job I would require knowledge of current educational practices &
policies and would have a means for staying in the know. There are no specific requirements listed but
based on the description I would assume that it would be important for me to
understand educational standards around the world.
Organization: International
Step by Step Association
ISSA is a membership organization;
the online community is free to join for individuals and connects professionals
and organizations in early childhood. I
like this organization because of the networking opportunities on the
international level. The online
community provides an opportunity to connect with a diverse population of early
childhood professionals. The ISSA online
course is also an interesting concept, to help teachers become more reflective
and intentional in their teaching.
Employment opportunity
Romani Early Years
Network Project Manager—“main purpose is to develop skills & good practice,
establish effective partnerships and support professional development” (International Step by Step Association, 2013). Program development & support-plan & organize
network events, manage communications, facilitate advisory group, promote the
network’s professional benefits, develop collaborative links; fundraising & budget responsibilities—propose
new activities, seek funding opportunities, monitor spending
Requirements
University degree;
understanding of Romani children, families & communities; knowledge of
early childhood education policy on a national level; 3 yr successful track
record managing/working in international early childhood education programs
Organization: The
Division for Early Childhood
DEC is an international
membership organization but what’s special about this organization is the focus
on children with disabilities. It is one
of seventeen divisions of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). Their mission “promotes policies and advances
evidence-based practices of young children who have or are at risk for
developmental delays and disabilities” (Division
for Early Childhood , 2013). What
I like about this particular organization is the work they do on behalf of
children with special needs and their families, advocacy, early intervention
and teaching members to be advocates..
Employment Opportunity
DEC Executive Director—plan,
develop, facilitate, oversee & administer all DEC operations &
activities; public policy & interagency communication, fiscal planning
& management. This was really the
only staff position currently open but it is one that I would pursue in the
future as I would love the opportunity to lead an organization so heavily
invested in young children with special needs
Requirements
Ability in the
oversight of financial management for non-profit organizations, initiative,
enthusiasm and passion for making a difference; oral & written
communication skills; prior experience achieving results w/limited resources
just to name a few.
References
Association for Early
Learning Leaders . (n.d.). Retrieved
March 28, 2013, from www.naccp.org
Decade for Childhood. (2011). Retrieved April 12, 2013, from http://www.decadeforchildhood.org/home.html
Division for Early Childhood. (2013, April 13).
Retrieved April 13, 2013, from: http://dec-sped.org/About_DEC
International Step by Step Assoication. (2013). Retrieved April 12, 2013, from www.issa.nl
Love Me, Teach Me. (2011). Retrieved April 12, 2013, from Association for
Childhood Education International: http://acei.org/programs-events/love-me-teach-me.html
National Associaion of
Early Childhood Teacher Educators.
(2013, March 26). Retrieved March 28, 2013, from www.naecte.org
Zero to Three . (2012). Retrieved March 29, 2013, from www.zerotothree.org
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