Farewell!

To My Walden Family,

This has been an amazing journey, one that I will never forget. I have gained so much from this program. I have grown professionally and spiritually. There were many times when I felt like giving up and prayer is what pushed me through. My Walden colleagues have been the biggest inspiration. You may not know it but your determination pushed me to strive harder. Another thing that I learned was time management. My time management skills have increased tremendously! This program taught me the many possibilities that I am capable of achieving. This program expanded the view of early childhood education. I was introduced to many aspects that I had no idea of existence. My long-term goal is a simple yet challenging goal. It is simply to further my education. It may be through school or the workforce, however I wish to increase my knowledge of my specialty as far as I can. Having knowledge is power. This program awarded me power. It is a great feeling. I have enjoyed each of my classes as well as building healthy relationships with my colleagues. I wish each of you the best and I know we will all be great. Thank you for contributing your passion to this field. You make a world of a difference!

Angela               

E-mail: anburke2013@gmail.com

Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally

The three international organizations that were most appealing to me are as follows:

1 The Academy for Educational Development

This is a great organization, Something like I have never seen before. I say this because this organization is not only based on children and families but the community as a whole. This organization ensures that the community has the opportunity to reach their highest potential. The values of this organization reflect diversity and accountability in which I think are great aspects.

http://www.aed.org/en/index.htm

2. International Step-by-Step Association

I explored this website to see what it was about. I’ve learned not to assume anything about an organization based on its title. This organization ensures that every child has the opportunity to develop to his or her potential. What I liked most about the organization is that they provide it members with professional development and capacity building. I think this is a great tool because many people within the community may not have an opportunity to experience professional development and I feel, as this was a great resource for members.

http://www.issa.nl/index.html

3. Save the Children

I fell in love with this organization because it gave me the feel of  a missionary organization. It helps improve the lives of millions of children around the world. This organization has programs in 120 countries all over the world. They are not just one big organization, but many comprised into one working towards efforts to improve health education and economic opportunities.

http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm

Job Opportunities & Qualifications

Coordinator, Early Childhood

This position requires the applicant to recruit pregnant families and children ages with through five into the program, organize parent child groups and conduct child screenings as well as make referrals.

       In order to qualify for this position you must have:

 A degree in Early Childhood or related field, have experience and training working in a home visiting, infant/toddler early childhood/parenting education program,
 have experience working with pregnant women, children ages birth to five, and families in rural areas a plus
 Experience leading parent or community groups, a plus
 Experience with timely reporting and maintaining accurate records on program activities
, experience in collaborating with early childhood programs in the community and the individual must live in the Needles CA community.