Three State early childhood organizations that
appeals to me is:
Georgia
Department of Education- http://www.doe.k12.ga.us
The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) oversees
public education throughout the state. It ensures that laws and regulations pertaining
to education are followed and that state and federal money appropriated for
education is properly allocated to local school systems. GaDOE also provides
education-related information to students, parents, teachers, educational
staff, government officials, and the media.
Bright
from the Start: Georgia Department of
Early Care and Learning- http://decal.ga.gov
Bright from the Start is responsible for meeting the
child care and early education needs of Georgia’s children and their families.
Their mission delivers exemplary early care and education programs that improve
the quality of early learning experiences, increase school readiness, and
improve overall school performance. Their vision is to increase the number of
Georgia’s children and families who have access to quality early care and
learning programs. More of Georgia’s early care and learning programs will
achieve and maintain higher, measurable, research-based standards.
Georgia
Association on Young Children- http://www.gayconline.org
Georgia Association on Young Children has worked
independently and collectively with local, state, and national organizations to
move Georgia closer to meeting and improving early care and education for young
children. Efforts includes support of appropriate early learning standards and
assessments for young children, accreditation of child care and early education
programs, professional development opportunities for those who work with young children,
early detection and support of children with special needs and family support
programs. Their vision is a world in which all young children have the learning
opportunities they need for healthy development, supported by early childhood
educators who have education, financial support, and the recognition of their
community. Their mission is to encourage and support healthy development in
young children by working with others (1) to increase public awareness of the
importance of early childhood education (2) to improve the quality of programs
for young children through learning opportunities for early childhood
educators.
Job opportunities
The job opportunities I found interesting and that I
have a passion to work as an early childhood educator was an Early Childhood
Program Manager, Director, and Administrator. I will be responsible for day to
day management of the programs. I will plan, direct, implement and evaluate a
developmentally appropriate program that supports the mission, values and goals
of the program. I will also develop and monitor the budget for the program. The
Program Director is responsible for setting up a system to monitor day to day
compliance of funded programs, assist with staff hiring, scheduling of training
for the program and day to day supervision of all program delivery staff. The education and experience I will need for
these positions is a Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree in education
or related field preferred; comprehensive understanding of pre-k-12 education;
significant experience in pre-k-12 education; knowledge and experience
developing and delivering professional learning; and knowledge of Georgia
Performance Standards and curriculum design.
References:
Georgia Department of Education (2013). Retrieved
from http://www.doe.k12.ga.us
Bright from the Start. (2013). Retrieved from http://decal.ga.gov
Georgia Association on Young Children. (2013).
Retrieved from http://www.gayconline.org
I am presently a director of a small child care center, and I think you will find that your degree from Walden will help you get a job in this area. I have had the privilege of learning on the job while taking my specialization courses that mirrored some of the issues I am currently facing. Information that we learned about marketing, finances, and vision have been extremely helpful. I hope that you find a position as a director in the near future. You will find it challenging yet rewarding.
ReplyDeleteHi,
DeleteI can't see your name, but I want to thank you for insight on having the degree from Walden will help in getting a director’s position. I want to be a director over a Head Start Program, but I am scared my degree isn't enough, so I haven't applied for any position. I plan on working on my principal licensing this summer, but now I feel more comfortable applying for that positing, although I don't have my credentials yet.
Carol,
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you've found an interesting job potential.
~Dr. Teri
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteHow often do they post job opportunities for early childhood teachers or administrators? I am interest in moving and Georgia wouldn't be a bad place to start since I go there all the time. The post about the director's position seems to be a great opportunity to explore.