UNICEF- UNICEF is an organization that
actively advocates for children’s rights globally. They have a strong focus on newborn health,
girls’ education, immunizations, against the spread of HIV/AIDS, and children’s
environments. When visiting their
website you will be excited to find an abundance of information as well as
their current focuses. They have many
jobs that are all over the world! Employment
with UNICEF appeals to me because it would be so rewarding to give back to
children all over the world, most in very different environments than we are
used to. One particular job that I found
with UNICEF is work as an Educational Specialist. As an Educational Specialist you are
responsible for planning, implementing, and following through with the
education plan. This job requires an
individual to have a degree in education, social work, or a related degree. They also need 5 years experience at the
national or international level and be fluent in English and the country’s
native language. The only downfall to
this job is that the countries that need the most assistance are countries that
I would not want to take my own children.
Save The Children- This organization is a fantastic organization
that works with children and families around the world to make a difference in
their lives. They also come to the
assistance for areas that are facing devastation to help rebuild and recover
the lives of the children and families involved. The position here that most intrigues me is
the Coordinator for Early Steps for School Success. As a coordinator in this position, I would be
responsible for providing parent education, services for children birth-5, and
other training for other early childhood employees. This position requires a degree in early
childhood and 2-3 years experience. You
must have experience working in the homes with children and family. This job is very similar to my job as a
developmental therapist, except it is internationally instead of locally.
Teaching for Change- This organization provides research and education
for parents and family. They are
continually advocating for best practices and developmental appropriate practices. They also provide professional development
for educators. They currently have a
position available for a part-time developmental development specialist. This specialist will work directly with
professionals by training them on specific topics. Obviously you would need to be an expert on
these topics.
Hi Kristen,
ReplyDeleteI also looked at the coordinator position for Save the Children. It sounded like an interesting job. Thank you for sharing Teaching for Change. I have never heard of that organization, but the position you posted sounds interesting as well. i will have to check out their website.
Hello Kristen,
ReplyDeleteThe teaching for change organization enlightens and helps teachers to find ways to encourage children and positively develop their minds. The position that is advertised, developmental specialist, is to help challenged or struggling children meet their developmental needs in their communities. By tackling the challenges of struggling children, these kids are enabled to conquer their fears. Thanks for pointing this organization out.
I was not familiar with Teaching for Change but it sounds like a good organization for parents. I have really begun to advocate for parents to be educated in the need for early childhood prior to Kindergarten. I have such a fear that our children are going to be behind without parents on board with what is expected in Kindergarten. This organization I think will help parents understand what a quality education is and how important it is that their child receive one.
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