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

Office of Head Start http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/hs/about/careers/OHS%20Central%20_%20Regional%20Offices/Program%20Specialist%20-%20Various%20Locations%20%20-%20%20District%20of%20Columbia.html

Program Specialist- https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/367413200

NAEYC- http://www.naeyc.org/about/careerforum/jobseekers-

Child Development Center Director - Joint Base Anacostia Bolling Navy Child & Youth Programs http://careerforum.naeyc.org/jobs#/detail/6201519/1,false

National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators http://www.naecte.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=29&Itemid=42

Exploring Roles in the ECE Community: Local and State Levels

MiAEYC- The Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children is committed

to improving the education and welfare of children from birth through age eight.

MiAEYC works for young children, their families, and early childhood professionals.

MiAEYC supports the professional development of its members through quality training, materials and services. About 3,000 early childhood educators and suppliers of children's services belong to MiAEYC in 16 affiliate chapters and 3 local chapters.  http://www.miaeyc.org/

CMAEYC-Affiliate of MiAEYC and NAEYC

The vision of Central Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children is one of leadership and quality.  CMAEYC strives to empower and support early childhood professionals to be respected leaders in the community. CMAEYC participates in coalitions that address common concerns and works collaboratively with allied organizations to address common goals.  CMAEYC sets high standards and is identified as providing and advocating for quality services.  CMAEYC supports the professional development of those who work with young children by supplying quality training, materials, and membership services.  CMAEYC includes all who wish to contribute and encourages those who have not yet participated.  CMAEYC values the contribution each brings to the process.

CMAEYC Value Statement

CMAEYC values excellence in service through an organizational commitment that demonstrates leadership, respect, and integrity toward all we serve.  http://www.cmaeyc.com/

Michigan Head Start Association

MHSA is the unified voice providing advocacy and leadership linking the Head Start community of parents, programs, and partners.

The Michigan Head Start Association is a private, nonprofit corporation organized in 1967 and incorporated in 1988 as the only state organization dedicated exclusively to the concerns of Head Start. The association provides services and support to the Michigan Head Start community, representing more than 38,000 children and their families, 39 Early Head Start, 67 Head Start and two Migrant and Seasonal Head Start grantees statewide.

Education: MHSA provides high-quality training and professional development opportunities for Head Start directors, staff and families.

Advocacy: MHSA provides a voice for the Michigan Head Start community in Washington, D.C., and in Lansing.

Communication: MHSA connects Head Staff staff, parents and supporters into one community and promotes Head Start in Michigan and beyond.

Collaboration: MHSA partners with a variety of organizations interested in supporting Head Start, early childhood education and child well-being. http://michheadstart.org/about-mhsa

Congratulations!

I want to say "Congratulations" to my son in law Roger for his 20 years of
 service in the US Navy.  "Thank you" to all service men and woman and their families or your commitment and dedication.

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So true!

Reflecting on Communication in the Early Childhood Field

I want to say "Thank you" to my classmates and a special "Thank you" to Dr. D. for her patience and understanding! Week one begins with excitement and nerves in meeting a new professor and classmates. There is always the hope of a classmate from a previous course. Our group had some great discussion and I appreciate the sharing of experiences.  This  past 8 weeks was very unusual with challenges of balancing work, school and personal. September was very busy with the start of the 2013-2014 school year and my oldest sons wedding. I need to say "Thank you" to my family and staff throughout this time they have been a great support system to me encouraging me to continue my dreams!

My awesome children!

 

 My son and his beautiful bride.

 

Team Work

• Stage 1: Forming- I joined this group called early childhood development some 23 years ago. I have met some of the most wonderful people with the common goal of what is best for children. I have worked on many projects and hope to continue to work on more.
• Stage 2: Storming- I have shared my ideas learned new ideas and to problem solve with and from others. I accepted my responsibilities in each different role. In hopes of being successful in this group.
• Stage 3: Norming- This is the time that working as a group has been a natural where we have learned to trust each other and work for the common goal. This is where we have seen progress in our efforts.
• Stage 4: Performing-Over my many years of working in this group I have had the opportunity to on many projects this shows by the team working as a well- oiled machine.
• Stage 5: Adjourning- I feel that retirement will be my adjourning time with this group. Over the years I have had the great fortune of celebrating many victories while continuing to work through many challenges.
• Working in my most recent group of early childhood professionals has been the with the wonderful group through Walden University. I have formed new relationships shared experiences and worked towards a common goal to teach in the field of early childhood. I feel at this point that there is not a "good-bye" it is a "until we meet again".
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