Exploring Roles: National/Federal Level

When it comes to exploring my roles on a higher level I have found some organizations that really sparked my interest. The first sight that I search again was NAEYC. I feel that this particular sight has a lot of resourceful information from local to national level and even federal. One position I found on this site was Associate Executive Director of YMCA. This job entitles :

The YMCA of Metropolitan is celebrating 160 years of charitable service to the Washington Metropolitan area. The Y has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. Anchored in more than 10,000 neighborhoods around the country, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work- to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job. We are currently recruiting for two Associate Executive Director to support the Child Care and Youth Development department. The first AED position is located at our YMCA Fairfax County branch in Reston, VA. The second AED position is located at our YMCA Capital View branch in Washington, DC. The experienced AED will have an expansive career in Child Care Services from infancy to teen. This is a managerial position with oversight over multiple sites, and programs. The ideal candidate will have worked as a regional, district or executive director in an academic setting. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations.
Responsibilities: The AED will lead childcare, school-age, camp, outreach, youth and family programs. The AED will supervise several direct reports, will serve as the staff liaison to the board of director’s committees, will build collaborations with school administrators and manage the departments’ budget. The AED will ensure that the program provides the highest quality in programs and services for members, parents, and program participants. The AED will strengthen and cultivate relationships to assist with branch fundraising goals; provides the leadership, documentation and administrative oversight to the child care program. This indivdiual will grow the program’s enrollment, and oversee the licensing and accrediation process. The requirements entitle:

A successful AED will have four or more years of administrative and/or operations management, including oversight of Child Care department. Candidate must have a proven track record of successful leadership, fiscal management, staff recruitment, effective staff supervision, and staff development. A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Recreation, Psychology and/or Sociology with a concentration in Human Services. We offer an exciting, fun, inclusive, growth oriented work environment with competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package that includes, tuition reimbursement, childcare discount, strong health benefits package, 8% employer paid retirement, complimentary Y membership, parking, and continuous professional development opportunities.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a drug free, equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We offer an exciting, fun, inclusive, growth oriented work environment with competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package that includes, tuition reimbursement, childcare discount, strong health benefits package, 8% employer paid retirement, complimentary Y membership, parking, and continuous professional development opportunities.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a drug free, equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
How to Apply: To apply submit your cover letter, resume, salary requirement to: resumes@ymcadc.org, type “AED” in the email subject line. Resumes accepted until position is filled. Priority consideration given to resumes received by June 1, 2012. For other YMCA career opportunities visit our website www.ymcadc.org.
The experience I would need to fulfull this position would be possibly the years of experience. As I continue to read this position I fill that the only other thing would be me living in the DC area.
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Other organizations that I found but really didn't find any employment posting however the information that is on their sight is resourceful and I feel that it could shed alot of information on how to get active in the early childhood field and that is ACEI( association for childhood education international), SECA ( southern education childhood association).

Exploring Roles In The ECE Community

As I began to explore my opportunities in the ECE Community I came across several advances for my career. I first checked the NAEYC website and I found a position as a Head Start Administrator in San Antonio, Texas. The descripition included: Under administrative direction, is responsible for providing overall leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all component aspects of the Head Start Program. This position requires a high degree of knowledge about Head Start Performance Standards, and all component aspects of the Program. Responsible for liaison, coordination, and staffing for the Head Start Policy Council. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. This position is a "grant funded" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. The educational requirement included: Qualifications: •Master's Degree from an accredited college or university •Five (5) years experience in program development and budget, including three (3) years of supervisory experience. •Any applicant selected for this position must have a background check completed with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio and successfully complete the City of San Antonio’s two-phased Cash-Handling Certification Training. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: •This position requires a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License or the ability to obtain a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License within thirty (30) days after becoming a resident of the State of Texas. Use of your own personal vehicle may at time be required and proof of Liability Insurance will be required. •Head Start program oversight experience. •Knowledge of the Head Start Governance and Municipal Government processes. •Knowledge of Federal and State rules and regulations pertaining to grant funded programs. •Masters degree in Early Childhood Education, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field. To fulfil this position I would need to a Texas licenses, need to complete two-phased Cash-Handling Certification Training, and knowledge of the Head Start Governance and Municipal Government processes and knowledge of Federal and State rules and regulations pertaining to grant funded programs.


Another site I visited was a site for educators seeking employment at universities. On this site I found a position for Early Childhood Professional Development Coordinator and Lecturer at Tufis Univeristy. The descripition include :The Eliot-Pearson Department of Child Development invites applications for the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Professional Development Coordinator & Fulltime Lecturer, beginning August, 2012, with a two-year renewable contract. We seek an exceptional teacher, collaborator, and leader to prepare, mentor, and support students and professionals engaged with young children, their families, and their schools, as we advance our commitment to equity in early childhood in urban education settings.
Specific areas of expertise might be teacher development/inquiry; technology, science, arts, or math literacy; curriculum development; special education; inclusive classrooms; dual-language learners; child care and educational policy; early intervention; infant mental health; or equity issues in education.
Duties: working with the Director of Early Childhood Education to develop, administer, and monitor pre-service and professional training for early childhood professionals, including state certification programs; collaborating with multidisciplinary faculty and community partners; developing revenue streams to support this work; advising students; and teaching two courses each semester. The educational requirements include: A masters degree in early childhood education or a related field (e.g., Special Education, Elementary Education, Child Development) as well as demonstrate commitment to urban education issues and the integration of theory, research, and practice. The successful candidate will have experience with young children 0-8, including service delivery/practice and classroom teaching. Teaching experience at the college level (undergraduate or graduate) is required. Experience supervising early childhood development professionals and developing programs for professionals working in early childhood fields is required. Understanding classrooms and the role of large, urban community organizations in the education and care of young children is necessary. Experience with professional certification processes, multi-agency collaboration, or service learning is desirable. The skills I need to development for a university level is more class room experience and curriculm developing.

My final interest came from an site for early childhood job seekers and this position was for a Regional Manager in Seattle, Washington. The descrupition include: Child Care Regional Manager Position in Seattle, WA Have you been a Regional Manager, overseeing several child care programs or a successful Director of a large program and wondering what your next career move might be? If so, this position might be the perfect opportunity for you! Bright Horizons is hiring a Regional Manager to join our Bright Horizons Family in Seattle, WA. As the Regional Manager, you will work closely with the leadership teams of multiple centers to create a rich environment for children, families and staff to reach their full potential. The educational requirements include:  We are looking for the following qualities/skills in our Regional Manager: • Passionate about ECE, children, families and teachers • Exhibit strong skills in both written and oral communication • Attention to detail with focus on goals and results oriented • Excellent follow up and takes initiative • Strong fiscal management skills • Spirit of teamwork and professionalism Educational Background and Experience: • Degree, BA or MA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred • Experience with managing multiple child care centers strongly preferred • Ten to twelve years experience as a Center Director or comparable management supervisory experience. The skills I need to develop more knowledge of the NAEYC Accrediation process, gain experience of the Client Sponsored Child Care, and managerial skills.