Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally

This assignment has been very interesting. I have never looked at international early childhood organizations before and it is amazing the things they are doing across the world. The three organizations that I found of interest were:

1. Association for Childhood Education (www.acei.org)

The members in this organization act as social change agents. They involve themselves in various critical societal issues in their efforts to ensure that children around the world are protected, supported, and educated in ways that allow them to reach their full potential. Their motto is “bright futures for every child, every nation.” They are committed to support and advocate for access to education, equity in educational settings, quality educational content, and the child’s right to education.

They accept applications to be a part of their board of directors. However, I am not qualified to fill this position, it still sounds like a great opportunity. The qualifications for candidates can be found here http://www.acei.org/qualifications-for-candidates-for-the-acei-board-of-directors  

2. International Step by Step Association (www.issa.nl)

This organization connects professionals and organizations working in the field of early childhood development and education. It promotes equal access to quality education and care for all children, especially in the early years of their lives. ISSA advocates policies that ensure that every child regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality or ability has the opportunity to develop to his or her full potential. 

3. International Child Resource Institute (www.icrichild.org)

This organization envisions a world in which all children and families are able to fulfill their greatest potential. They work towards this goal by focusing on: early childhood care and education, children’s rights, empowerment of women’s and girls, maternal and child health, and grassroots community development.

The only employment opportunity they have available is a marketing internship. I am not interested in marketing, but if anyone else is, you can find the details here http://www.icrichild.org/employment/. ICRI also offers volunteer opportunities in the US and abroad. The international opportunities allow you to work hands on with different cultures. That opportunity sounds amazing! For more information check out http://www.icrichild.org/volunteer-opportunities/.