Exploring Roles in the ECE Community: Local and State Levels:

There are so many organizations that appeal to myself as an educator. The ones that appeal to me are both local and state organizations.
The first and most successful program in New York State is Head Start. I chose this organization because they are the premier provider of developmental and educational services for many families in New York State. Families that are living in poverty, pregnant moms and families that struggle to meet the basic needs of life are the main members of these programs. This program not only has centers in New York. They are rooted in every state across the U.S. I believe these types of programs are crucial to have in every state to ensure that ever baby, toddler, and/or preschooler is getting a "head start" in their development and learning. Website: http://www.nyheadstart.org/

The next program I have chosen is the NYSAEYC. This is the New York State Association for the Education of Young Children. Their mission is to promote excellence in early care and education services for all children and their families. This organization involves everyone through education, advocacy and support from the profession. Without an association like this NYS would not have access to high quality early care and education programs as they do. Their values and vision for each child shows that their is structure in the educational system and a strong network to promote this excellence in and outside the classroom. Website: http://www.nysaeyc.org/default.htm

The last organization that appeals to me the most is the New York State Association of Early Childhood Teachers. This orgnaization helps teachers become more involved in not only their students and families education and growth, but from everywhere around. This provides teachers an input to learn more about themselves, others and ways to support early childhood education. Website: http://www.nysaecte.org/


Job opportunities that interest myself right now is being a director in a preschool. I would actually love to open up my own preschool someday.

Another job opportunity that are available right now in my town is the position of pre kindergarten at my old elementary school There were over 95 applicants for the job.

The skills I would need to fulfill these roles, my studies at the College of Saint Rose and Walden University have allowed me to be qualified. I have learned to be a good communicator, colleague, and advocate for my profession. I believe that with my knowledge, dedication, and passion for this field I would fulfill the role of a director or pre-k teacher to the fullest and the best of my ability.