"The reward of humility and the fear of Jehovah Is riches, and honor, and life. Thorns and snares are in the way of the perverse: He that keepeth his soul shall be far from them. Train up a child in the way he should go, And even when he is old he will not depart from it." (‭Proverbs‬ ‭22‬:‭4-6‬ ASV)

Relationship Reflection

  • Relationships are established when a connection is made between two people.
  • Sometimes the nature and the comfort of ability of a relationship can have some leverage when making decisions. My place of worship has a relationship with Pathmark, a neighborhood grocery store. Over the past 15 years, we've worked together, serving the community, feeding the hungry and aiding suffering humanity. Because of our consistency, Pathmarks gives us exemptions, and accommodates us with discounts and special arrangements.
  • Many relationships begun when we are children and only about one fourth of those connections continue. Some of us are blessed to grow and experience life's changes and challenges, together. I am thankful of two particular relationships that have lasted to this very day. My friends, Pam and Lavelle. I can't quite remember why or how Pam and I connected but it was very obvious that we, certainly, care for each other. As children, Pam and I were in so many pictures together, Birthday parities, playing outside, getting out hair done together. Today, as adults, we have a greater love for our families, a positive outlook on life and we both love to serve others. Lavelle was my first boyfriend. I was 14 and he was 13. He was visiting his aunt that lived in my neighborhood. I remember seeing how he stood up for other people, was nice and very funny. Today, Lavelle is a wonderful father, still possess that willingness to defend anyone, has a humorous personality and such a positive outlook on life, no matter what hand has been to dealt to us
  • My relationship with Lavelle has proven that men and woman can obtain a healthy and platonic relationship without romance.
  • Relationships are evidence of the positive energy we put out. Sometimes we connect and sometimes we don't. There's an old saying. "Love thy neighbor as thyself" I think this is a perfect ingredient to a health, and strong relationship.
  • Making a connection is the key!!!

Words of Inspiration and Motivation

“ five and six year old children are inheritance of poverty’s curse and not its creators. Unless we act, these children will pass it on to the next generation, like a birthmark.” (1987)

Lyndon B. Johnson

Bachelor degrees are best: Higher qualifications for all kindergarten teachers lead to better learning environment for children. (Laureate Education)

Marcy Whitebook, Ph.D

“My Passion was to make sure that all children were taught in environments and in ways that truly nurtured their ability to grow and to develop to their fullest ability.” (2010)

Louis Derm-Sparks
Professor Emeritus
Pacific, Oak College, CA

Personal Childhood Web

Personal Childhood Web
Khari Roulhac (cousin)

Khari Roulhac (cousin)

Khari is my favorite cousin. I remember when we were introduced to each other as cousins, and just as I felt lucky to have such a cool person to have been a part of my family then, is the same way I feel today. We have so much in common. We come from the same family. We are close in age. We were brought up in “not the best” inner city neighbors (Philadelphia and Boston) but managed to escape the stereotypical statistics of becoming delinquents and rebels of our community. We, both, have a yearning and appreciation of our family and spending time together is always the major objective. I could think of a million and one ways that Khari has shown he cares and love but there is one particular circumstance that sticks the most. After I lost my job and then eventually my house, he managed to get away from his engrossed schedule to pack me up, pick me up and moved me to Boston. He has influenced me through his great achievements in life. He has a Master’s degree in Education; he’s married with three beautiful children, home owner, a positive role model and active in his community. Although, he is a few years younger than I am, I look up to him and I share my aspirations with him for his approval. When I grow older, I want to be just like him but most importantly I want him to be proud of me.

Personal Childhood Web

Personal Childhood Web
Tia Martin (Great Aunt )

Tia Martin (Great Aunt )

My Great- Aunt Tia was the sister of my grandfather. I would visit her every summer in Manning, South Carolina. I remember how she would greet me when we would first arrive. I went to Manning up to the age of 10 or 11 years old but I remember how I felt every time we drove up into the drive way of the house. She would call to my grandfather “Go-van(nickname)” and then ask for me. My first step out of the car would always end up in Aunt Tia’s arms. She would squeeze me to death and mention how skinny and frail I was and how she was going to fatten me up. I understood that she meant well and I knew that she loved me. I would sit with her for hours and hours, watching her and learning to cook and bake. She has influenced me, greatly, through the love and energy she always puts forth to having her family get togethers, and she always hosted at her house. Even, today, Ill cook food for days, so that ill have enough for everyone and so that everyone is able to come and be with each other.

Personal Childhood Web

Personal Childhood Web
Makia Tillman (cousin)

Makia R. Tillman (cousin)

This is my cousin Makia Tillman. Although, our visits were far and in between, when we did get together, we made up for lost time. Makia and I were second cousins. She lost the fight to cancer this past winter. She was a very loving and thoughtful person. She was enthusiastic about family and what we did as a family. She and I were considered to be close, although, we didn't speak every day we stayed connected in other ways. We traveled together; we liked the same music, shared some of the same friends and even belonged to the same religious organization. She has nurtured me as a cousin in so many different ways. Cousins are usually children’s first true friends. Her phone calls, letters, invitations to meet her in other cities, all showed her love for me. Her influences of furthering her education, certainly, had a great impact on my life. She climbed that ladder of success and academic achievement all the way up to her obtaining her Doctorate degree in Education. I want to keep her memory alive by reaching some of those same achievements.

Elisha

Elisha
Children never ceases to amaze me. Elisha is 21 months old. Although, I was very much aware that he could identify his shapes, I wasn't aware that he could actually draw them. Here is Elisha drawing circle after watching me draw it only a few times.

Deborah

Deborah
Here I am 7 years old in the second grade. I remember this day as if it were yesterday.

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: National/Federal Level

FAMILY SUPPORT CLINICIANS 
Clinical & Support Options - Athol, MA
Family Support Clinician- Athol
The Family Support Clinician provides a structured, strength-based therapeutic relationship for children and their families in natural family settings such as home or school in collaboration with a paraprofessional who provides family support and training as part of the clinician’s treatment plan (such plan serving as either the hub of a family’s services or as part of an Intensive Care Coordination care plan).  Family Support Clinician begins initial assessment for all referrals within 24 hours of referral, including a mental status and risk assessment of the referred child and family situation. Develop treatment plans and goals in collaboration with families, children and other supports and providers. Family Support Clinician assists caregivers in stabilizing the behavior of children and adolescents, including the development of Risk Management Plans and facilitating the involvement of Crisis Services when required.  Family Support Clinician must be available to work flexible schedule which will includes some evening and weekend work, as required by client needs. Work collaboratively with the Family Support paraprofessional. Family Support Clinician needs to be a collaborative provider to the family and the family’s wrap-around team supports and providers.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or closely related field from an accredited program. Demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents and families, including experience navigating children’s systems and supports within the community. 
 My interest are having the knowledge of and training in child development and children’s social, cognitive, and educational development. I’m a good listening and  have parenting skills, nonjudgmental ability to foster self-sufficiency in families using problem-solving and practical skills; familiarity with support groups or parent education group. I have the ability to establish trusting relationships through compassion, empathy and insight.
 TITLE:          Family Support Counselor I (Infant Program)

The Family Support Counselor I is responsible for implementing a community based prevention effort for families. This may include in-home or in-office support; in‑home training of parenting; parent education classes; case management; and assisting families reach resources within the community. The Family Support Counselor may assist families in crisis to assess resources to meet their needs, including court ordered families to facilitate family reunification, coordinating information for participant referrals, compiling and maintaining records, preparing reports and attending all required meetings.  Position may be located at a Family Resource Center.; will attend Case Management meetings as required.

 QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree in Human Services/Behavioral Sciences from an accredited University or equivalent on the job
Two or more years of experience in working with children and families     and/or parenting; community outreach with low-income moderate to    high-risk families
Knowledge of child development and community resources desirable
Ability to use diagnostic skills to make assessments
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Bilingual English/Spanish may be required
Good organizational, follow-through and verbal/written communication skills
Required:  Meets Case Manager qualifications as delineated in the CA Department of Health Services TCM Provider Manual

My interest in this position are being  an effective member of a team. Demonstrating  sensitivity to the needs of families from diverse cultural or linguistic backgrounds.  Also having the knowledge of and training in child development and children’s social, cognitive, and educational development.

Licensed Child Care Administrators and Licensed Child-Placing Agency Administrators
Chapter 43. Regulation of Child-Care and Child-Placing Agency Administrators
This code mandates that a person may not serve as an administrator of a child-placing agency without a Child-Placing Agency Administrator License and may not serve as an administrator of a child-care institution without a Child-Care Administrator License. However, you may not need a Child-Care Administrator License to serve as a child-care administrator for an emergency shelter located in a county with a population of less than 40,000 if we exempt the emergency shelter from needing a licensed child-care administrator. You must have an Administrator License to serve as an administrator in all other circumstances.
This is a qualification that I will need to obtain in order to serve as an Administrator in any Child-placing agency.

Preschool or Child Care Center Administrator Job Description
SUMMARY
Responsible for the operation and instructional leadership at a daycare or preschool facility. Trains and supervises staff, sets instructional objectives, and works to build a rapport with parents.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
·         Manage day-to-day activities at a preschool.
·         Create instructional resources for use in the classroom.
·         Develop academic programs.
·         Monitor students and teachers for progress.
·         Train, encourage, and mentor teachers and other staff.
·         Manage career counseling.
·         Administer record keeping.
·         Supervise teachers, counselors, librarians, and other support staff.
·         Maintain rapport with parents.
·         Handle tours and marketing.
·         Prepare budgets and annual reports.
·         Work actively with teachers to maintain high curriculum standards.
·         Formulate mission statements.
·         Establish performance goals and objectives.
·         Explain or answer procedural questions.
·         Hire, train, and evaluate teachers.
·         Visit classrooms and observe teaching methods.
·         Examine learning materials.
·         Review instructional objectives and adjust accordingly.
·         Meet with other administrators, parents, and community organizations.
My abilities precede the requirements.  I possess the ability to prepare budgets, develop programs for children to succeed, train and help teachers progress in advocating for early childhood programs to improve curriculum standards.  Other career opportunities :
Directors:
Those who direct childcare centers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of a daycare, preschool, or other childcare center. These experienced educators personally train and supervise the staff responsible for the care of children, set objectives and standards for their organization, and work to maintain strong relationships with parents. They also deal with many of the day to day administrative tasks of running a care center, like record keeping, career counseling, and evaluation of staff.
More importantly, childcare center directors take an active role in working with teachers to improve curriculum standards, prepare budgets, develop programs to help children succeed, and monitor the progress teachers and students alike. In essence, childcare center directors are responsible for every aspect of the center’s program, from daily education to the long term objectives of the organization.


Family Support Specialist:
Some families need assistance with child care placement; others need support services to pay for their children’s care. Families enduring problems with their health, an emotional crisis, a divorce, or other issues where the care of their children is jeopardy often require assistance from a support specialist. Family support specialists provide information for families by referring them to community services. This also means assessing eligibility of those services and helping families finding the right housing, transportation, and employment necessary to support their children.
Success as a family specialist requires a solid understanding of child development, child care regulations, and knowledge of local resources that are available for parents. This includes both private and public resources. These services may be provided in home or through an agency. A family service coordinator may also work at a head start program. Family support specialists may visit with families to help assess what services are needed. This also means it’s important to understand not only the individual needs of various families, but how to respect the cultural differences of diverse groups of people. Effective communication skills are necessary to help ensure that all necessary services will be provided.



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