Saturday, April 29, 2017

Time Well Spent!!

This program, as a whole has been such a great educational journey for me, rom the foundation of early childhood education, on down to the capstone project. I have had the pleasure of becoming familiar with some of the most insightful features that contribute to the making of early childhood. Understanding that Early Childhood programs cater to serving children and families with fair and equal treatment, Equity has become one that I have learned to take more consideration for, as that families should not be treated any different than the next, regardless of race, skin color, of background, which is what leads to another significant learning that has sparked my interest, in which I have carried throughout this course, Anti-bias education. Anti-bias education, is specifically for the use of disregarding biases in the early childhood field. My definition of bias is the attitudes of individuals that display prejudice and stereotyping of another individual simply because they are not willing to accept the difference of each other. I really enjoyed learning about anti-bias because I have realized how important it is to have such a practice in this field, which compliments equity and person Identity. Speaking of personal identity, which was another great learning for me in this program. As we all know that no two people are EXACTLY the same, we have the right do be comfortable with embracing our own personal identity, as well as giving and receiving respect from others and their personal identities. Learning about Microaggressions was also a great topic to learn about, whereas we as humans can oftentimes say offensives comments to individuals that focuses on their personal identity, race, culture, etc. There were many great topics that were touched on in this program and I hope to carry them with me long-term.


My long term goal is to keep searching for more sources in the childhood education field and learn more about one day being able to become an early childhood professional. Ultimately, I plan to one day put my goals into action one day and work towards my goal in my capstone project.

I have really enjoyed working with all of my fellow colleagues, you guys rocked!! Thank you for all of your help and support. Keep striving for success and move forward. Take care.

Special thanks to Dr. E, you are a true definition of a professor. Thank you very much for always being there when I needed your assistance. From the quick reply emails and the helpful tips throughout my discussions and applications. I wish you well and I am sure you will have this affect on your next group of students, take care.
 

Saturday, April 15, 2017

Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally


The Red Cross Language Bank


The Language Bank at the American Red Cross helps break down language barriers by providing interpretation and translation services for limited English speakers and organizations serving limited English speakers in our community. (Red Cross). The Red Cross is an organization, which can also be served as a community of practice. There are other services that the Red Cross provides, But I happened to make this as a preferred choice because of their commitment of the Language bank= to those of different cultures and speak a different language with limited or no understanding of the English language. I feel that the joining of this organization/COP could be very helpful to the diverse families of early childhood.

 

The World Bank


The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership: five institutions working for sustainable solutions that reduce poverty and build shared prosperity in developing countries. Although the World bank is mostly an international organization for those facing poverty, it also provides helpful services of many kinds that help families face obstacles and barriers that are possibly preventing them from the necessary needs to be provided, such as lacking in certain languages or being denied from them because they do not speak a language or cannot speak fluently in that language.

 

MIUSA-Mobility International USA


I chose MIUSA due to the fact that they cater to children and families of non-native English speakers and ESL (English Second Language) and LD (Learning Disabilities) learners, in attempt to provide equal access. This organization deals primarily with the rights and services of the diverse individuals with disabilities on a national level.

 

NCN- National Early Childhood Network


That Early Childhood and School Age Childcare services will meet national quality standards with the promotion of children’s health, wellbeing, learning, and development at the heart of policy and practice The Rights of Children – we acknowledge the intrinsic worth of all children and their right to flourish and achieve their own potential.(NCN).  Some of their principles and values are:

Parents – we recognise and value parents and families as the child’s primary educator

Quality – we value those who work to achieve and maintain national quality standards in childhood services and recognise the impact of quality services on the enhancement of children’s health, wellbeing, learning and development. (NCN)

CPD Required training courses are as follows:

The NCN Training Office has a validated programme of training at Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications called the NCN Early Years Training Programme. This programme consists of eight modules and is flexible in that a learner can join the programme for as many or as few modules as they need. The programme consists of the following:-

 Programme Module Programme Module Code

Child Development 5N1764

Early Care and Education Practice 5N1770

Early Childhood Education & Play  5N1773

Child Health & Well Being 5N1765

Work Experience 5N1356

Communications 5N0690

Special Needs Assisting 5N1786

School Age Childcare 5N1781
 
I was unable to locate any jobs for these sites, available or unavailable.
 
 

Saturday, April 1, 2017

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

 
Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: National/Federal Level
 
National Association for the Education of Young Children | NAEYC.
I chose this in particular as a source for assisting to meet the needs of the non-English speaking families I believe contacting the organization, asking for assistance on working with diverse families could help as well. I have also decided on practicing the principles of the “No Child Left Behind Act” to implement my choice of collaborating with individuals for the needs of all diverse families to ensure that needs are properly and equally met.
 
The NAEYC offers individuals leadership opportunities as follows:
NAEYC’s network of Affiliates provide excellent opportunities for members to participate in activities at the state and local levels. Contact your local or state NAEYC Affiliate for information about service opportunities in your area.

National Leadership Opportunities

Many NAEYC programs offer leadership opportunities as reviewers or consulting editors. In addition, current NAEYC members are eligible to serve in governance as members of the NAEYC Governing Board or the Council for NAEYC Accreditation of Programs for Young Children. View current opportunities in the chart below.

Young Professionals Advisory Council

NAEYC formed the Young Professionals Advisory Council in Fall 2015 in order to help us better understand and meet the needs of the youngest members of the profession. Click to learn more and view the full roster. YPAC members serve a two-year term; applications open in July each year. 
 
U.S. Department of Justice.
(DOJ), is the agency that I chose to refer to in protection of my limited and non-English speaking families and their services.
USAJobs.gov allows you to search for openings by location or keyword. You can also search for openings within a specific Department of Justice agency. Become a My USAJobs Member to post and create a resume, apply to Federal Government jobs, and receive automated job alerts.
Through USA Jobs, the Department of Justice offers multiple positions to be applied for, such as:
Director, Federal Bureau of Prisons   
Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services (Queensland Government)
I decided to adopt the “Child Safety” from the Queensland Government in Australia. The Queensland Government is international organization that offer services such as, the Queensland Multicultural Resource Directory, available through the Multicultural Affairs Queensland website.
 
I saw no job opportunities for the Queensland Government.
 
The NAEYC showed no requirements for position, being that all were currently filled from what I could see. and the Department of Justice required applicants to create an account through USA jobs and fill out an application and upload a resume.
 
 
References
 
(2016, October 19). U.S. Department of Justice. Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services Issue Joint Guidance for Child Welfare Systems | OPA | Department of Justice. Retrieved from http://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/departments-justice-and-health-and-human-services-issue-joint-guidance-child-welfare-systems
 
(1995, ). National Association for the Education of Young Children | NAEYC. Responding to Linguistic and Cultural Diversity. Retrieved from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSDIV98.PDF
 
(2010, ). Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services (Queensland Government) - Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services (Queensland Government). Practice paper: Working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds . Retrieved from http://www.communities.qld.gov.au/resources/childsafety/practice-manual/prac-paper-working-cald.pdf