1. Zero To Three http://zerotothree.org/
I chose this organization because I first heard about Zero To Three in this Master's program. I had no knowledge about the organization before hand and was overjoyed by the insights they provide regarding early development. I can recall using this organization as a reference often during the beginning of this program.
Job Opportunity-Multimedia Specialist
Skills and Experience
Must know how to operate multimedia software-Adobe Master Suite such as Adobe Photoshop and illustrator, premiere, after effects, streaming audio and video; should be proficient in use of technology as a tool to support learning, knowledge of Early Head Start program development; have a solid understanding of current web standards, web browser compatibility, and 508 compliance regulations; strong interpersonal skills, excellent conceptual, written and oral skills; ability to grasp early childhood issues. Must demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret the organization's message; Must be willing to propose and implement Web and search engine optimization initiatives
Note: The last two organizations were recommended by one of my high school teachers. She is my mentor and has been my support throughout this journey. This is my first time hearing of them but have found the organizations to be very helpful. I like that they are a communication network for educators. I would suggest that each of you take a look at them to see if you find the organizations insightful.
2. National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators (NAECTE) http://www.naecte.org/
Job Opportunity: This organization advertises jobs that may be of interest to educators in the field. One that interest me the most was:
Kindergarten Head Teacher
Skills and Experience
*Years of related experience required: 3 years' experience with teaching children, including
those with special needs, with specific skills and knowledge of the Kindergarten age group.
* Required education: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
*Special licenses required: MA prek‐2 license and/or EEC Lead Teacher Certification; Early
Childhood Teacher Certification of Students With and Without Disabilities within a year of hire;
*Required computer/technical skills: Microsoft Office
* Experience/flexibility with different models and approaches to curriculum and teaching
practices; experience working with children whose first language is other than English; ability to
engage in a learning community; Skills in designing and facilitating inclusive classroom
environments and curriculum; demonstrated ability to work with children and families from
diverse backgrounds; experience supervising University students and/or other aids.
*An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of
hire, promotion, or transfer.
3. National Education Association (NEA) http://www.nea.org/
Job Opportunity: Associate Director of Organizing
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- A minimum of five years of organizing leadership experience; with at least three years of executive-level program and staff experience preferred.
- Management experience within a union environment preferred.
- Proven skills as an organizer and in overseeing successful organizing efforts.
- Proven experience successfully managing individuals, teams, projects, budgets, and campaigns.
- Experience as an organizational advocate for education, labor and/or social justice issues.
- Effective skills in supervision, decision-making, oral/written communications, policy analysis, interpersonal relations, team building, and collaboration.
- Established high standards of performance to ensure accountability for work results.
- Experience working collaboratively across a large organization to ensure effective integration and alignment of resources and programs.
