Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: National/Federal Level

Center on Developing Child- Harvard University

 I researched the Harvard University's Global Children's Initiative run by The Center on the Developing Child. What initially stood out for me was The Center's acknowledgment of moral responsibility to meet the needs of all children in all areas of their development. It is indeed our moral obligation as a human race to care for and protect our most vulnerable asset--Children. Especially if we are to thrive as nation because Children are our future. It doesn't matter the race, socio-economic background, religion, or creed--all children deserve to be treated equally. What also stood out to me was that the Center helps all children from the poorest to the richest. This was interesting because when it comes to global education and outreach, I usually hear or read about children from the poorest countries receiving assistance. Rarely do I hear about rich children needing outreach services. This really speaks to the Center's commitment to equity and excellence. What helps the Center in achieving excellence is their multidisciplinary approach to helping children, bringing together the best an most innovative resources. That is why I am so happy this organization exists that recognizes the needs of children across the globe from the poorest to the richest

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http://developingchild.harvard.edu/about/

Employment

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Full-Time Employment Opportunities

Any available full-time positions at the Center on the Developing Child are posted on Harvard’s employment website at http://hr.harvard.edu/jobs/. All applicants for employment with Harvard University must apply for the specific job opening through this site. When searching for openings at the Center, select “Harvard Graduate School of Education” as the School/Unit or enter “Center on the Developing Child” in the Keyword field. For more information, please contact Harvard University Employment Services at (617) 495-2772.

Student Employment Opportunities

We offer work for highly motivated students in our offices at 50 Church Street and in the labs of our affiliated faculty across the campus. As opportunities become available, we will share them on this page. Sign up here to receive information on employment opportunities.

ZERO TO THREE

ZERO TO THREE is a national, nonprofit organization that provides parents, professionals and policymakers the knowledge and know-how to nurture early development. Their mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. I have uses this site all throughout my graduate studies. It has a plethora of information and resources for Early Childhood professionals. ZERO TO THREE'S Annual Conference is the premier training event for professionals working with children prenatal to age five seeking the latest information and training on early childhood research, best practices, and policy. This year’s event will take place in New Orleans, LA from December 7-9. Click this link for more info: https://ztt.confex.com/ztt/nti16/cfp.cgi

There are currently 500 job postings at: http://careercenter.zerotothree.org/jobs/

ACEI

 I researched the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI). The mission of the organization is to promote and support the optimal education, development, and well- being of children and youth world-wide. They have several publications which include Journal of Research in Childhood Education, Childhood explorer and The Early Childhood Bulletin. The Global Summit on Childhood, a program within the Decade for Childhood, provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue among the global community about the experience of childhood. The 2016 Global Summit on Childhood brings together individuals from around the world and across disciplines to explore the role of childhood in ensuring a positive human future during a time of rapid change. This will be held in Costa Rica from March 30 - April 3, 2016. This organization interests me because it is all about making a better world for our children. ACEI believe all children should be educated in environments of fairness where there if freedom from bias or favoritism, and where access to and participation in educational experiences are the cornerstone of the home, school, and community. There are internships and volunteer opportunities

http://acei.org/internships-at-acei

http://acei.org/volunteering