Friday, June 27, 2014

Time Well Spent

“Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future”
John F. Kennedy

 I was so scared when I started this program and now I am excited and nervous in completing this program. I want to say "Thank you" to all of the Professors at Walden University for their continued guidance and support throughout this time. I want to say "Thank you” all of the classmates that I have shared this time with over the past two years. I look forward to the next chapter of my life looking forward to giving the same support and guidance to early childhood professionals that I have received.
 This project has been a lifelong journey. In the past few weeks, it is the end of this chapter of my journey and the beginning of a new. There are many issues of concern in early childhood. In trying to meet the challenges, my focus is on professional development. In preparing educators to meet the needs of the children, will influence child outcomes in the future. A well-trained, knowledgeable workforce is an essential part of quality early care and education (ECE) program. Most state and local policies require minimal credentials, and the in-service training provided to teachers may do little to advance their knowledge and practice at any point in their careers (National Institute Early Education, n.d.).
I am drawn to professional preparation and ongoing professional development (PD) in the early childhood education it is essential to providing high-quality services to children and families.  Professional Development is the continued learning and support activities designed to prepare individuals for work with young children and their families. It is ongoing experiences to enhance early childhood professionals in their work. These experiences lead to growth and improvements in the knowledge, skills, practices, and dispositions of professionals. Professional development encompasses education, training, and technical assistance (NAEYC, 2011).
 My professional short term goal is to take the information and knowledge gained from my capstone project and implement it this fall with staff. My long term goal is to retire.
“Often when you think you're at the end of something, you're at the beginning of something else”  Fred Rogers


National Association Education Young Children (2011) Early childhood education professional development: training and technical assistance glossary. http://www.naeyc.org/. Retrieved May 10, 2014, from http://www.naeyc.org/GlossaryTraining_TA.pdf

 National Institute for Early Childhood Research (n.d.) Critical Issues in Early Childhood Professional Development. Retrieved from http://nieer.org/publications/critical-issues-early-childhood-professional-development

Monday, June 9, 2014

Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally

I found these jobs posted on USA Jobs. If I was going to work anywhere in the world I would like to serve our families stationed around the world.  
Job Title:CYS SCHOOL LIAISON/TRANSITION SPECIALIST
Department:Department of the Army
Agency:Army Installation Management Command
Hiring Organization:IMCOM-EU
Job Announcement Number:EUNAF141135690
SALARY RANGE:                $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:   Wednesday, June 04, 2014 to Wednesday, June 18, 2014
SERIES & GRADE:              NF-1701-05
POSITION INFORMATION:           Full Time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:05
DUTY LOCATIONS:           1 vacancy in the following location:
Sembach, Germany
WHO MAY APPLY:            All interested and qualified applicants eligible for employment under U.S. conditions World Wide.
SECURITY CLEARANCE:  Not Applicable
SUPERVISORY STATUS:  No
JOB SUMMARY:
There when you need us! Child, Youth & School Services recognizes the challenges of our Soldiers and their Families. By offering quality programs for children, youth and students, CYS supports the Army Family Covenant by reducing the conflict between mission readiness and parental responsibility.


Job Title:CYS Coordinator
Department:Department of the Army
Agency:Army Installation Management Command
Job Announcement Number:EUNAFJJ141130397
SALARY RANGE:                $90,000.00 to $95,000.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:   Friday, May 30, 2014 to Friday, June 13, 2014
SERIES & GRADE:              NF-1701-05
POSITION INFORMATION:           Full Time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:05
DUTY LOCATIONS:           Few vacancies in the following location:
Grafenwohr, Germany
WHO MAY APPLY:            US Citizens and Non Citizens
SECURITY CLEARANCE:  Other
SUPERVISORY STATUS:  Yes
JOB SUMMARY:
There when you need us! Child, Youth & School Services recognizes the challenges of our Soldiers and their Families. By offering quality programs for children, youth and students, CYS supports the Army Family Covenant by reducing the conflict between mission readiness and parental responsibility.
 Job Title:DIRECTOR CDC NF4 / CDC / RFT/ WORLDWIDE
Department:Department of the Navy
Agency:U.S. Marine Corps
Hiring Organization:IWAKUNI MCCS
Job Announcement Number:10138
SALARY RANGE:                $45,000.00 to $55,000.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:   Tuesday, May 20, 2014 to Friday, June 20, 2014
SERIES & GRADE:              NF-1701-04
POSITION INFORMATION:           Full Time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:NA
DUTY LOCATIONS:           1 vacancy in the following location:
Iwakuni, Japan
WHO MAY APPLY:            Open to All Sources
SECURITY CLEARANCE:  Not Applicable
SUPERVISORY STATUS:  Yes
JOB SUMMARY:

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!  MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.    We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.  As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.