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

1.     Center for American Progress

2. At least six years of relevant professional experience.
3. Graduate degree strongly preferred.
4. Strong knowledge of literature on family structure and stability, particularly as it relates to family economic security, economic inequality, social insurance and assistance programs, and labor market institutions.
5. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including the ability to conduct both quantitative and qualitative research.
6. Entrepreneurial self-starter and creative thinker.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
8. Exceptional project management experience with a very strong attention to detail and the ability to manage quick-turnaround deliverables as well as long-term strategy implementation, reporting, and metric tracking.
9. Comfort working under pressure and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
10. Ability to work well within a team and independently.
11. Fundraising experience a plus.
12. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
13. Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.

I do not have the relevant work experience requested although I believe the education background I possess along with the intellect will aid me in me obtaining the position

https://www.americanprogress.org/

2.     NCCP National Center for Children in Poverty

Financial Coordinator

Responsibilities

In compliance with Columbia University’s standards and practices, the Financial Coordinator will carry out the tasks listed below.

Perform Finance and Accounting Procedures

·         Invoices

·         Requisitions

·         Purchase orders

·         Change orders

·         Check requests

Pre-Award Support

·         Assist with proposal development, including budget preparation and support documentation

·         Enter proposals in the university’s Research Compliance and Administration System

·         Submit proposals to the office of Sponsored Projects Administration for review and approval

·         Submit final proposals to potential funders

Post-Award Support

·         Provide ongoing financial management and expenditure analysis of the grants

·         Track due dates for all progress reports and awarded research

·         Manage consultant agreements

·         Work closely with the university’s Sponsored Projects Administration office to establish subcontracts

·         Prepare interim and final financial reports for the granting agencies

Administrative Support

·         Serve as the center’s Effort Reporting Coordinator to the Office of Grants and Contracts

Qualifications

·         Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience plus two years of related experience, preferably in Accounting or Finance

·         Organized, self-motivated, reliable, conscientious, and able to solve problems and work independently

http://www.nccp.org/topics/childpoverty.html

3.     Children Defense Fund

There are currently no jobs avaible that interest me at this moment

http://www.childrensdefense.org/library/PovertyReport/EndingChildPovertyNow.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/

Exploring Roles in the ECE Community: Local and State Levels

1.)    Knowledge Universe

http://www.kueducation.com/us

Position: Site Director

Qualifications:

1. Approved trainer, or familiarity with adult education training 
2. Demonstrated ability to partner with leadership 
3. Demonstrated effective communication skills 
4. Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, courses or other professional growth opportunities 
5. High School Diploma or equivalent 
6. Must meet state’s education criteria 
7. CPR and 1^st Aid Certifications, or willing to obtain 
8. Speak, read, and write English fluently 
9. Basic technology skills (e.g. email) 

2.)   Hamilton County Ohio

http://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/hc/

Position: Children's Services Section Chief

Qualifications:

1.       Bachelor's Degree in Social Work , Human Services, or other  closely related fields  (i.e., those fields that involve the provision of direct services and the assumption of case responsibility, with training in social work, psychology, psychiatric nursing, psychiatry, mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling, and/or marriage and family therapy, etc.), or a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Law, or other closely related field from an accredited college or university, plus a combination of seven (7) years of related direct service and administrative experience.

2.       A criminal records check conducted by the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the FBI is required.

3.)   Cincinnati – Hamilton County Community Action Agency

 http://www.cincy-caa.org/

Position: Early Head Start Childcare Partnership Assessment and Development Coach

Qualification:

1.       A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Family Services, Psychology, or related field.  Master’s degree preferred.

2.      Three (3) years of social work experience in ECE setting

3.      Experience and training in assisting parents of young children in advocating and decision making for their families. (HS Performance standard) 

4.      Ability to fluently speak English required; Spanish and/or French preferred.

5.      Demonstrated ability to analyze data, design improvement plans and monitor results.

6.      Ability to effectively communicate with community stakeholders and executives.

7.      Proficient computer experience in Microsoft Office. 

8.      Experience working with diverse populations, including low to moderate-income families. 

9.      Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties required. 

10.  Ability to meet the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation

      

Final Communications Blog

Over the past year and half my colleagues has been the greatest resource to me. They have provided me with excellent feedback in discussion and blogs, they have challenged me to think beyond the surface. They have been an aid in ensuring I fully understand the subject matter. At this point in my education career I know I have grown as a future early childhood professional. Since I do not currently work in the ECE field most of my experiences are from passing through a facility or past experiences. ECE is an evolving field my peers and Dr. Parrish was able to help me grasp an understanding of the current issues and inequities. I believe since majority of my peers are currently working in the ECE field they had a strong advantage. I have always believed communication is the key to any relationship this course have proven true to this theory. I also learned how ineffective I communicate which is a plus for me as a future professional in the ECE field. I know this course was important to my goals as I need to learn how to build trusting relationships, successful collaboration with effective communication. This knowledge will carry on with me through life.

 I want to thank all my colleagues thus far and future. I also would like to thank Dr. Parrish for always providing a thorough feedback, positive encouragement and understanding life happens. I hope to stay in touch with all of my peers and I wish you all the best success. Thanks for a wonderful eight weeks! Happy Holidays. 

Team Work Week 6

The Development Network is a chapter established within my employer. The Development Network is to encourage networking and developing career goals within the company. I joined the Development Network to learn how to network to advance my personal career. When I joined I learned most of the networking takes places during the events we host. We host varies charity event encouraging volunteering within the community. The greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky chapter won the chapter of the year award. We hosted our own reward event. During this events I was able to meet many new people throughout the company, I even met the CEO.  My peers were so helpful and nice I felt honored to work with them. During the speeches each speaker received a standing ovations. This group of people I worked with some I knew from previous events others it was my first time meeting them. It was amazing because we connected, it felt as though I had known my peers for years. During departure we exchanged contact information and agreed to stay in touch. One person worked in the same department as me, we had great conversation at this event. I knew we would see each other more often now which was awkward for me because I did not know how well our future interactions would go. As I reflect on this event with my peers compared to other groups of coworkers I have performed team task with the Development Network is by far the best group. As excited I am to work with them again I dread the thought of working with teams not as successful as this one. I believe the way a group ends determines the success when they reunite in the future for team work.

Week 5

My direct manager Barb allows me to change my schedule twice a year to accommodate my children schedule. I change my schedule once in the summer then once at the start of the school year. This past week my manager ask me was I working 8:30pm to 5:30pm? I was thinking this is my set schedule I responded. “Are you trying to be funny?” Barb responded. “Excuse me?” She was taken back by my response. I was shocked at how she reacted. She always play with her direct reports with sarcasm. Barb is the very direct but comforting manger. She walked away from me very fast. I sat at my desk plugged my head phones in then began working. Barb was upset with me I knew this because she diverted her attention each time I came around after this incident. Later in the afternoon Barb said. “Deondrea you need to complete these deals before 4pm.” I knew Barb was still upset with me because she does not talk to none of her employees in a demanding manner. I feel in this situation instead of Barb avoiding me after the confrontation she could have expressed her discomfort with me. Instead of me assuming Barb was upset with me I could have expressed my concern with Barb.  What other ways do you feel I could have resolved the conflict with Barb?    

Week 4

After completing the communication assessment I found that the way I communicate differs dramatically from how my friends opinion on my communication. I was previously aware that my male friend felt my communication skills was not perfect with him. I expected our results to be different, I was actually surprised his communication assessment for myself was higher than I evaluated. To know that he thinks highly of the way I communicate is a boost for my confidence. According to my female cousin she evaluated my verbal aggression at a moderate level while I scored myself at a low level. When I communicate with other on a personal level I am either critical or pacifying which is in line with the level I scored myself. Communication is perception this evaluation has taught me although I may believe my communication skills are excellent or poor others opinion differ based on what they have observed.

Communicate Differently?

On Friday I lead our monthly Adopt A Class meeting. There is a total of twenty two volunteers all which I have yet to meet everyone. The volunteers was due to meet in the main lobby at 11:40 am. Kenny is a volunteer I have not previously meet before. When Kenny arrived in the hallway I assumed he was someone else because of his ethnicity. Kenny is Chinese I had assumed his name would be of the Chinese origin. After I gathered my thoughts realizing I was being prejudice against Kenny mentally I proceed to be the leader expected.  While Kenny, Michelle Adrienna and myself were in the car talking Kenny began speaking I turned to face him so I can clearly hear him talk. When it was my turn to talk I faced him while speaking slowly and annunciate each word clearly to ensure Kenny understood me. When I spoke to Adrienna I turned away from her began talking normal.

From my experience when working with individuals of a different cultural groups I communicate differently. I use facial expressions and gestures to effectively communicate. This tactics are effective for me because there is a language barrio that exist. When I use hand gestures and different facial expressions this helps the individual I am communicating understand me. It also helps me understand them because they tend to use hand gestures or use objects as a references. I have adapted this method of communication a few years ago when I began working in customer service.