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

There have been several organizations that I've found that have held my interest and I wanted to learn more about them. The first organization I'm happy I found out about is Autism Speaks. With the recent diagnosis of my youngest son with Autism I have done countless hours of research on how to make things more comfortable for him. This website is the best I have come across, it has so much information and good advice that I recommend it to anyone I cross paths with. They do currently have an opening for a Autism Response Coordinator
The purpose of this position is to provide Autism Response Team (ART) information and referral services to Autism Speaks’ constituents in a designated geographic region, and to support the Family Services Department in delivering the mission of Autism Speaks. This position works closely with the Autism Response Team Manager and Autism Response Team Coordinators to ensure that Autism Speaks’ information, tools and resources are promoted efficiently and widely throughout the autism community. The requirements for this position:

Education: Minimum Bachelor Degree.

Languages: Bilingual: English/Spanish required.

Experience: Minimum 2+ years’ information and referral, service coordination, counseling, or customer service related background; knowledge of autism and systems of services required.

The second organization I always go back to for ideas, advice, etc is Zero to Three. Being a toddler caregiver there are so many things that I need to understand and have the proper solutions when it comes to caring for the child. They have a listing for Assistant teacher at a childcare center. The job Assists the teacher in providing effective education to students. The requirements: 

1. High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in education or child development is preferred.

2. Proper understanding of field specific terminology

3. Previous experience working with children.

4. Must be skilled in the use of Microsoft Office software. 

The third organization that I love is Paso Del Norte Children's Development Center. They provide lots of resources and classes as well have their own childcare center for special needs children. My son currently goes here for speech and he has had so much improvement. A current opening below 

Paso del Norte Children’s Development Center is a non-profit agency, serving children with special needs. We are accepting applications for:

JOB TITLE:  Registered Behavior Technician DEPARTMENT: ABA Program, Community Resource Center STATUS:  Part-time, hourly SCHEDULE:  Monday to Friday from 1:00pm – 6:00pm

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:  Must have a high school diploma;  Must be 18 years of age; and  Must meet one of the following educational requirements: o Completed minimum of 12 semester hours of college coursework in psychology, education, social work, behavioral sciences, human development or related fields, AND is currently enrolled in a course of study leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree by an accredited college or university; o Completed a minimum of 48 semester hours of college courses in an accredited college or university;   Must have a minimum of one year’s experience providing services to children diagnosed with autism and/or developmental delays. 
 

JOB SUMMARY: Provide applied behavior analysis therapy to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. The RBT will implement individualized treatment plans; teach language, social, and adaptive skills; manage problem behaviors and ensure child’s safety at all times; conduct preference assessments; provide parent training; participate in individual/group supervision; provide feedback to supervisor; and collect treatment data. 

https://www.autismspeaks.org/about-us
https://www.zerotothree.org/
https://pdnchildrens.org/