Wk 6:Blog Assignment: Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally

For this week's blog assignment I chose:

http://www.unicef.org: UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. We have the global authority to influence decision-makers, and the variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. That makes us unique among world organizations, and unique among those working with the young. This organization offers many resources for families an childre across the world. I learned alot of information from just reading all of the topics o this websites. I am interested in the New and Emerging Talent Initiatives, an individual must have a Master's degree, be proficient in English and be willing to be assigned world wide. Needs 2 years experience in relevant field P-2 level and 5 yrs experience in P-3 level, preference is to candidates that are under 35 yrs of age.

http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm:Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. There are may resources available throughout the world for families and children. MY attetion was drawn to the Child Protection Advsior: They help initiate interventions to address violations of childrens rights to protect them from abuse, exploitation, violence and neglect. Individual must be a good team leader, fluent in written and spoken English, commitment to and understanding of childs rights.

http://www.issa.nl/index.html: The International Step by Step Association (ISSA) is a membership organization that connects professionals and organizations working in the field of early childhood development and education. ISSA promotes equal access to quality education and care for all children, especially in the early years of their lives.

Services Include:

• Providing resources, technical assistance, and training in ECD, in a variety of areas including creating child-centered, interactive, and inclusive environments in preschool and primary classrooms; supporting education that values democracy, diversity, and social justice; promoting parent empowerment; and offering bilingual education, among others.
• Training, mentoring and providing support for reaching a common understanding about quality pedagogy in ECD, based on Competent Educators of the 21st Century: Principles of Quality Pedagogy.
• Training adults in education for social justice, advocacy, parenting skills, curriculum development, and project design and implementation.
• Developing training programs/modules, curricula and teaching materials for different audiences.
• Illustrated children's picture books that are available in different languages and include guidelines for educators and parents.

 This is a organization that I am considering becoming a member, the yearly cost is $65.00. They offer many resources for children, parents and educators. By researching these websites, I have learned alot and will go back to them to learn about issues going on across the world.