National/Federal organization or communities of practice
The National
Education Association- Members of
NEA work on improving quality teaching, increasing student achievement, making
schools safer and a better place to learn, for all children.
They believe that partnering with families, communities, and
other stakeholders is key to quality public education and student success.
One way this organization is working to improve school
safety and a better place for children to learn is through their bully
prevention resources/programs. The resources
are available for adults and children.
This organization appealed to me in the fact that they have
done a wealth of research on quality and student achievement. There are NEA organization affiliates all
over the country that support preschool through adult learning. Under the tools and ideas tab, there are
lesson plan ideas, classroom management strategies, and articles that give
advice and support for teachers and parents.
Under the state affiliates section, you can click on any
state and find quick facts regarding education, salary, what areas of education
are in demand, and job positions.
National Association
of Early Childhood Teacher Educators- Members are from all across the
United States and from countries around the world. Their purpose is to advocate for improvements
in early childhood teacher education, a communication network for early
educators, and partners with other national and international organizations interested
in early education.
What drew me to this organization was the work they also do
with other countries around the world.
Sometimes we need to look at how others are being successful and partner
with those programs to assist in improving our own.
Included on the website is books that were published by
NAECTE members ranging from technology in the classroom, supporting children
with learning difficulties, and even the textbook used in a previous class,
Planning and Administering Early Childhood Programs.
Frank Porter Graham
Child Development Institute- This organization conduct research that can
positively change the lives of children, support families, and inform public
policy. The Frank Porter Graham Child
Development Institute is a community of practice that provides useful and
up-to-date information regarding current issues and trends in the education
field. The website provides current
projects happening around the country and books and articles to support these
projects and research. This organization
also partners with 7 other organizations to build strong support in education.
Job Opportunities of Interest to me:
Teaching Strategies,
LLC- Implementation Associate (K-3
focus)
5+ years in the education field, BA in ECE, MA preferred,
working knowledge of teaching strategies, LLC products a plus
Help customers implement products, including The Creative
Curriculum Systems and Teaching Strategies GOLD, Assist individuals with
professional development, Attend local and national events as a representative
of the company
Teaching Strategies,
LLC- Regional Training Associate
Lead trainer of professional development opportunities,
conduct webinars, mentors members of the professional development network
Director of
Eliot-Pearson Children’s School
A laboratory-demonstration school at Tuft’s University for
children preschool through second grade.
Master’s degree required in early education or related
field, previous experience as a director, experience working with children of
diverse backgrounds, supervising EC professionals, and a commitment to urban
education issues and working with Tufts ECE staff.
