I have worked in an Early Childhood setting for seven years now. Seven of those years I have been director in a non-profit child care center in an at-risk neighborhood. On this year I have have the most wonderful opportunity to work as a substitute teacher in a three year old Headstart classroom for the same organization. While this is a great challenge I am enjoying the day-to-day interactions with the students and parents as a teacher versus a director.
During our readings on this week I was really able to hone in on what advocacy really is. There are so many different facets of advocacy, and to my surprise I have been advocating for individual families and children, and for our program for many years. I look forward to learning more about informed advocacy during this eight weeks and what else I can do to advocate even more for the families and children that we serve.
Carmen,
ReplyDeleteI agree, it's amazing to see that we have been advocating for families and children all along. I am amazed at how my view of what an "advocate" is has changed since the start of this program.
Yes Toni,
ReplyDeleteMy view has changed as well. I am definitely encouraged to continue advocating after reading the text an learning that I am already and advocate. This has given me the extra push to continue the work as an advocate.
Carmen,
ReplyDeleteIt is a great blessing interacting with children everyday and making impacts in their lives. My understanding of becoming an informed advocate is getting broader everyday.
Carmen,
ReplyDeleteWow, I am impressed with your credentials. I have little to no actual experience working in the early childhood field but am sincerely hoping that changes this summer once I pass my certification tests. I think it is wonderful that you have dedicated your life to such a great cause and wish you all the best.
What a great experience to work in a Head Start classroom. I am impressed by your experience and work and look forward to another class with you!
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