Saturday, May 16, 2015

The ECE Community

In Jamaica, the following organizations appeal to me:
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) - because its mission includes helping countries provide quality education to everyone (Education, 2014).
Caribbean Early Childhood Development (CaribECD)- plays an advocacy role in the early childhood field and it is a community of practice focused on exchanging information focused on early childhood issues within the caribbean (Early Childhood Development, n.d.; ).  
The Early Childhood Commission- is responsible for early childhood development in the island (Early Childhood Development, n.d.).
Some job opportunities that interest me are:
  1. After school program director in Georgia
  2. Toddler Teacher in Georgia
  3. Early Childhood Development Supervisor in Jamaica
The skills and experience needed for each are:
  1. At least 1 year experience in child care, managerial skills, organizational skills, knowledge of curriculum development, knowledge of state licensing  requirements, computer literacy skills and communication skills (After School Program Director/Coordinator, 2015).
  2. Child Development Association (CDA) or Technical College Credential (TCC) credential or previous child care experience, communication skills and organizational skills (Toddler Teacher, 2015).
  3. Master’s degree in Early Childhood Development/Leadership/Education or and equivalent; at least five years experience in early childhood development or related field; 3 years experiencing coordinating early childhood programs; knowledge of the laws and Acts governing the early childhood sector;knowledge of childhood development, parenting, computer literacy and basic statistical applications; must have a driver’s licence; leadership, planning, organizational and communication skills (ECC, 2008).
References:
After School Program Director/Coordinator [Job posting]. (2015). Indeed.Retrieved from http://www.indeed.com/cmp/White-Oak-Learning-Academy/jobs/After-School-Program-Director-Coordinator-17b29de299082e20
Caribbean Early Childhood Development (CAribECD). (2015). Retrieved from http://www.open.uwi.edu/caribecd/about-us
Early Childhood Commission (ECC). (2008). Vacancies. Retrieved from http://www.ecc.gov.jm/vacancies.htm
Early Childhood Development. (n.d.). Retrieved from unicef website: http://www.unicef.org/jamaica/partners_2055.htm

Toddler Teacher [Job posting]. (2015). Indeed. Retrieved from http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?cmp=KidsRKids-%2F-Sprayberry-Academy&t=Toddler+Teacher&jk=ea1ab49b2e85e34f&sjdu=QwrRXKrqZ3CNX5W-O9jEvb2lB-P8-fGFZkR5xh5kv4V-cufrneQPzi5vhVpAB_I3GgS7Ez-ab7BI6e70dh74Jg&pub=pub-indeed

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6 comments:

  1. linda QMay 17, 2015 at 11:15 AM

    Karina,
    You have found some job opportunities that sound very exciting. If you have your pick of the three you found what is the one you would like to do for the next five years?

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    1. KarinaMay 17, 2015 at 6:59 PM

      Hello Linda,

      I would go with the first one, After school program director. I think I would really get to grow in this job, it would give me the experience I need and I would still get to interact with children on a regular basis.

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  2. UnknownMay 17, 2015 at 2:45 PM

    Karina,
    I love that you have chosen organizations that are not just in the US. We need to help children everywhere. They have a right to receive good and quality education as well. Well done.

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  3. UnknownMay 17, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    Hi Karina, it is good to see that there is a Caribbean organisation CaribECD that is looking out for the well-being of children by working together. Many times with in the Caribbean we refuse to work together in order to help each other, but it is good to see a difference in reference to this organisation. Working together can bring about much greater change than working alone and thinking you know it all.

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  4. AnonymousMay 17, 2015 at 8:02 PM

    Hello Karina,
    I find it so interesting to hear about a international programs on early learning and the understanding around the globe that the early learning experience is powerful and means so much for the advancement and improvement of our youth. I love to hear about advocacy in this field and people standing up and fighting for the rights of our children.

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  5. AnonymousMay 17, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    Ms.Reid,
    I enjoyed reading your blog. I am a little confused though. Is the CDA a requirement in Jamaica as well?

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