This week we were asked to explore three National/Federal level careers. I explored several options and the following stood out to me:
ZERO TO THREE
Project Director
The Project Director of the National Center for EHS-CC Partnerships is responsible for overseeing and directing the NCEHSCCP’s knowledge/resource development and management and training and technical assistance (T/TA) components and teams. The Project Director: provides leadership and direction for staff and partner organizations to successfully implement Center objectives and achieve expected outcomes; serves as the key representative for the Center with OHS, OCC and partner organizations; leads the project leadership team, including partner organizations; and ensures collaboration with Office of Head Start (OHS) and Office of Child Care (OCC) T/TA systems.
http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/careers/careers.html
NAEYC
Early Childhood Research Director
Currently has a position in San Antonio, TX working for Pearson.
Pearson is well-known in the education field and is committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible.
The Early Childhood Research Director is responsible for working with the Early Childhood Product Manager and the Vice President of the Early Childhood product portfolio to assist in determining when and how to develop new products and/or revise current products to best meet current market needs and legislative initiatives.
http://careerforum.naeyc.org/jobs/6616529/research-director-early-childhood
Department Of Health And Human Services
Administration for Children and Families
Senior Policy Analyst
The incumbent serves as a special advisor on early childhood and other ACF issues for the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) for Early Childhood Development. Reviews and analyzes Federal, State, and local information, such as: State plans, annual program performance reports, financial reports, and applications for program funding. Advises the DAS on early childhood issues concerning the Race to the Top — Early Learning Challenge Program (RTT-ELC), the Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships, early childhood workforce efforts, and the Early Childhood Homelessness initiative. Coordinates work on the RTT-ELC Program and carries out related responsibilities and tasks, as identified. Participates in the review and monitoring of state grantees; develops, implements and tracks strategies to ensure State compliance with grant requirements. Co-leads high level aspects of the RTT-ELC program especially the reform areas having to do with the early childhood workforce and quality rating and improvement systems. Oversees early childhood development communications. Analyzes and interprets data pertaining to various early childhood topics and proposes policy solutions; analyzes relevant legislation, and assists with inter- and intra- departmental initiatives, workgroups and conferences. Assesses strategic opportunities and prepares materials to guide the development of policy, prepares correspondence and strategic responses to challenging inquiries; crafts talking points, testimony, reports, and other documents.
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Janella,
I found the same job vacancy for zero to three 🙂 Also, USA Jobs had a lot of job openings for teachers and other supporters of the education field. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Opal, I guess great mines think alike! 😀
Aloha Janella,
Is it just my imagination or are there a lot of Project Manager positions available? I like the idea of some fairly creative curriculum’s coming out of our Masters class. Social change from such a open minded perspective is refreshing.
Aloha David,
It appears that there are a lot of position available that will be suitable for our Masters class. Having the ability to put creativity to the test is invigorating to say the least!
Hi, Janella.
Zero to Three is a very well respected organization. I have used them as a resource on several projects for our courses and when developing trainings for work. I think it would be fascinating to work for such an influential organization. Why did this position appeal to you?
Penelope
Hello Penelope,
Yes, Zero to Three is very reputable and respected within the field. I found the Project Director position appealing because it would allow me “implement Center objectives and achieve expected outcomes” (Zerotothree.org, 2008). I would also have input about training within the field.
Resources
http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/careers/careers.html
Hi Janella! The Senior Policy Analyst is a very interesting position especially if you have had experience working with many state and federal educational programs. To be effective in this position, you must budget and data management skills. I also think that you must have excellent communication and writing skills in order to help you develop better policies, legislation, and operational procedures.
Hello Bernice,
I think that working as a Senior Policy Analyst would be very fulfilling. I enjoy multi-tasking and I have a knack for writing in detail. I often write too much and I have to resort to omitting excessive wording. Thanks for you input.
Janella, you chose some great organizations to focus on and find possible employment opportunities. The project director position sounds interesting and can be a creative opportuinity for you. Do you have a favorite or prefered position in mind?
Hello Ashley,
Thank you. As it pertains to your question, I especially like the project director position because, it is so versatile and allows me to put a creative spin on things.