AFT - American Federation of Teachers - A Union of Professionals
The American Federation of Teachers, “an affiliate of the AFL-CIO, was founded in 1916 and today represents 1.5 million members in more than 3,000 local affiliates nationwide” (www.aft.org/). The AFT has an open position for an Organizing Director. This position requires an individual to help organize events for the organization. This is a great position that requires planning and organizing skills. The benefit of the AFT is that the organization is a union of professionals who advocate excellence in education. The members of the AFT can help provide resources and assistance in developing programs to address community challenges.
National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators
The National Association of Federal Education Programs (NAFEPA) is “a support organization for educators who work with federally funded programs in their local school districts and in their states” (www.nafepa.org/). The NAFEPA provides assistance and programs to make changes in education. This organization would be a benefit to the Community of Practice because educators can gain access to funds to help create programs to create change in the schools. This organization accepts memberships, and is currently active in 28 states. Mississippi is one of these states, and teachers are welcome to join and receive newsletters and information.
National Parent Teacher Association
The National PTA comprises “millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools” (www.pta.org). This organization governs Parent Teacher associations in the country. The members in the organization can share resources and help to develop research strategies that enhance the quality of early childhood education. The organization has career opportunities that I would love to explore. One of the most interesting jobs is the Advocacy Coordinator. This position is currently open, and it requires a person who is willing to coordinate events and programs for PTA organizations. The Advocacy Coordinator also “coordinates with public policy, strategic communications, and technology staff to create and disseminate e-newsletter on federal policy and effective advocacy strategies” (www.pta.org). I would love to work in this position because I would like to develop new policies to enhance advocacy efforts in early childhood education.
References
www.aft.org/
www.pta.org/
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