This week’s course
assignments have affirmed to me how important it is to establish ongoing
community practices in the early childhood field. Through my research I
encountered many different organizations that I would want to collaborate
with. The first organization I would
want to collaborate with is the Maryland Schools Division of Education (MSDE).
Moreover, MSDE plays a major role in the early childhood education field. MSDE
is responsible for all childcare licensing in the state of Maryland and they
set the tone for the state requirements all childcare centers should uphold to.
MSDE is also responsible for many grants and programs that both parents and
administrators can utilize. It is a great way for professionals to stay inform
with current information. The second organization that I found that would be
useful is the Maryland Excel organization. The Maryland Excel is a voluntary
organization set in place to improve and encourage quality improvement for both
providers and families. It is important for me to create partnerships with organizations
that encourage higher quality learning for children and provides information to
parents on choosing the best care for their children. Lastly, the Maryland
Rural Development Corporation is an organization that assists families in low
income areas with resources to promote independence and a better quality of
life. The knowledge of resources in the community that can benefit families is
essential for professionals to be aware of.
MSDE have many job
opportunities that early childhood professionals can apply for. One of the
current employment opportunities is child care licensing specialist. A license
specialist is the person who decides if child care centers and providers meet
the regulations and requirements of state mandates and safety of children. Other
employment opportunities include administrative specialist. Both job
opportunities require at least 60 college credits and experience in management
or teaching. There are many positions that are available in the early childhood
field, the area of practice depends upon what a person choose based on
experience and their passion.
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