1. New River Valley Association for the Education of Young
Children. The following is
the national, state and local websites for the National Association for the
Education of Young Children (NAEYC). I am a member of this
organization and I feel that it has helped to keep me informed of new
information concerning early childhood. NAEYC has also provided me
with needed resources and gives opportunities to build networks among
colleagues. It also offers learning and research opportunities.
Mission: NRVAECE is a non-profit organization
dedicated to serving the needs and championing the rights of young children.
To fulfill its
mission, NRVAECE will:
- Support
families and professionals who want to ensure the best beginning
possible for every child
- Nurturing
and respecting all young children
- Professional
growth for our members
- Quality
programs, which are developmentally appropriate and reflect current
finding in our field
- The
importance of maintaining high standards of professional conduct
- Continuing
to be open to new ideas and willing to learn from the suggestions of
others
Job opportunity available through this
organization that interests me: This organization will help provide me with
the information and resources needed to open my own early childhood education
center.
2. Infant and
Toddler Connection of Virginia. This government agency works
specifically to provide services and supports to infants and toddlers through
age two who need early intervention due to signs of developmental delay. I am
extremely interested in following and supporting the growth and development of
infants and toddlers and doing what I can to provide the structure and support
in their everyday lives to bring that about.
Job opportunity
available through this organization that interests me:
Early Childhood
Program Manager
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree with management and leadership experience, including
supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and
experience. License as RN, OT, Educator, PT, and Speech Pathology encouraged.
Knowledge of early childhood development, growth, needs, services, fiscal
planning, grant writing, state standards regarding early intervention and Part
C, service coordination, social services system, and private agencies dealing
with children for the age of 0 to 3 years.
3. The Virginia Infant and Toddler Specialist
Network. The goal of this organization are to improve the quality of
care and education that infants and toddlers receive while away from their
primary caregiver. Increase the educational level and competencies of infant
and toddler caregivers/teachers and director. Promote community connections to
increase awareness and use of available resources and services that support
healthy, safe, and nurturing care for infants and toddlers. Implement an
effective, efficient, and accountable infant and toddler specialist system and
increase its capacity to offer services.
Job opportunity available through this organization that interests me:
VA ITSN Statewide
Director
Education: A Master’s degree from an accredited
institution in infant and toddler or early childhood education, child
development, or a related field.
Qualifications: Must be a highly motivated
individual with excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal
skills. Must have knowledge and understanding of early childhood programs,
infant and toddler development and group care, Part C, Early Head Start,
infant/child mental health, and experience working with child care or other
early care settings. Must exercise independent judgment and initiative in
oversight and management responsibilities of the VA ITSN. Must be able to
collaborate and facilitate linkages with other early childhood leaders within
the state. Must have a background in adult learning, personnel management and
leadership, teamwork, program development and evaluation, knowledge of the
Virginia professional development system, and best practices in early childhood
development. Must be a strong team leader. Must possess a valid driver’s
license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and be able to travel
independently by car, air, or train to attend meetings and conferences and
deliver presentations. Must be able to effectively use the telephone and must
possess the skills and ability to use equipment necessary to carry out job
responsibilities (e.g. computer, telephone, and fax machine).