Exploring Roles in the ECE Community: Local and State Levels

Greater Lewisville Special Education PTSA

I recently accepted a position as a teacher in Lewisville ISD. Being a part of this community will allow me to partner with other parents and teachers throughout the district. It will also allow me to achieve my goal of advocating for child with special needs.

The organizations goal is to work together with the school system to provide the best educational experience possible for all children with special needs;

To provide a local community support group for parents/guardians of special needs children; and

To be a resource of information on locally available special services. Membership is open to all parents/guardians, grandparents, teachers, administrators, and anyone with an interest in the education of children with special needs in the Lewisville Independent School District.

The mission of Greater Lewisville Special Education PTSA is to provide vital information and support to parents through forums, discussion groups and workshops in order to enhance parent's efforts to maximize the potential of their children;

Parents will also be provided training to be partners in education through networking opportunities with teachers, educators and other professionals.

 

Collin County Association for the Education of Young Children consist of a community of early child care professionals in Collin County,  Texas . Being a part of this organization will allow me to collaborate with  these professionals as well as community charities ,  elementary schools, day schools, and home care centers in regards to issues and supports in the area. This organization is available for public support and understanding for activities and services that promote healthy development and learning for all young children and their families.

Easter Seals of North Texas – provides services for children and adults with disabilities and other special needs with services according to their needs. Joining and volunteering for such organization will all me to connect with this populations of community members needing support. Joining this organization will also allow me to assist in educating and informing public officials and the community about issues that affect individuals with disabilities.

Two Job Opportunities

1.Preschool Supervisor, McKinney ISD Preschool - Manage one site of the McKinney Independent School District’s Preschool, including coordinating licensing, developing/ implementing lesson plans and overseeing preschool staff.

Education / Certification:
Bachelor Degree
Valid teacher’s certificate for early childhood

Must be able to be certified as a director of a child care center per the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Skills:

Develop and implement daily lesson plans utilizing provided curriculums.
Adapt lessons to differentiate for age groups within the preschool.
Plan and utilize appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Supervise, plan and/or coordinate assignments of preschool support staff, volunteer(s) as appropriate.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

 

2.Dallas First Presbyterian Church Developmental Day School Executive Director: Supervise all operations of the First Presbyterian Developmental Day School (FPCDDS),
serving as the face of the school to the parents, the church, and the community at large

Education / Certification:
BS/BA required - Early Childhood Education preferred, closely related fields would be
considered

MS/MA in Early Childhood Education or related field desired

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience working with preschool children in a
developmentally focused early childhood facility

 

At least five years’ experience in team management

Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role with current credentials as a Certified Child-Care
Administrator

Skills:
 Thorough knowledge of principles of Early Childhood Development
 Knowledge of licensing, NAEYC and NAC program standards
 Management, organization, and record-keeping skills
 Curriculum development and staff training skills
 Team building / Relational skills
 Effective communication skills
 Proficiency with basic office computer skills: Work, Excel, email