Job Roles in the ECE Community - International

The Association for Childhood Education International has a mission statement that truly speaks to all that I want to be a part of in my work with young children and families.  They strive to for optimal educational experiences and well-being of all children while also promoting the growth of educators world wide (www.acei.org).  They are located throughout the globe in places like Africa, Asia, Latin America and North America.  One of their primary statements of commitment is; "To raise the standard of preparation for those actively involved with care and development and children" (www.acei.org)."  This statement is exactly what I am trying to accomplish within my Community of Practice and something that I am hoping to increase here in my own community.  They are active in various councils and programs that speak to their vision and missions.
Although I was unable to locate any employment opportunities directly on the website, I have inquired about becoming a member with ACEI!  I feel that this organization could help me grow into potential professional positions and would help me to grow in the field of education and advocacy.

The heart of my educational experiences began at an amazing NAEYC accredited program with Bright Horizons Child Care Solutions.  I adore the missions and possibilities with this company!  All in All; I worked for five years with Bright Horizons from Assistant Teacher on up to Assistant Director.  Their goals and missions are to create wonderful facilities for children with great educational experiences while also helping families to feel safe and comfortable while at work.  A great deal of their schools are corporate sponsored, in other words; on-site child care facilities right where families work (www.brighthorizons.com).  This allows parents to feel close to their children and even see their children during the day while they are at work!  In addition, to its family approach which I have experienced here in the United States; they also offer many programs internationally:  Canada, India, Ireland, The Netherlands and The United Kingdom!  One place that I have always wanted to travel to is the United Kingdom!

Currently, their is a position for a Deputy Manager in London!  This position is similar to a Director position in the United States; full day to day operations, providing leadership to staff, Parent partnership and managing parent relationships.  I would need each of these skills to complete be a candidate for this position.  With that in mind, the fact that I have worked for Bright Horizons in the past and that I have the skills and education to now suffice for the job, I am definitely intrigued!

I also explored Children's Hope International Literacy & Development.   This is an organization dedicated " To transform the lives of children around the world suffering from poverty, hunger, poor education, sickness, and neglect, into lives of hope and possibilities (www.child-international.org)."  What could be a better statement than that!  This is a great mission and they have many programs that they work with around the world.  Although I did not find any employment opportunities on the webpage; I have placed in a 'contact us' request to receive further information about ways to help out - even within my own community!


acei.org, 2011.  Association for childhood education international.  Retrieved from

http://www.acei.org/about-us/about-us.html

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, 2011.  London – Deputy manager.  Retrieved from

http://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/work-for-us/search-jobs-apply/job-detail?vacancy=100125933167000

Children’s Hope International Literacy & Development, 2012.  Retrieved from http://www.child

international.org/