National Organizations to Help out Low-Income Families

The programs that I chose tailor mainly to helping low-income families.  I really want to see all families excel, but I do know that it is harder for low-income families. 

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)-Is a volunteer-based program.  Volunteer advocates that are empowered directly by the courts—offer judges the critical information they need to ensure that each child’s rights and needs are being attended to while in foster care.

 Suited for Change – since 1992, this innovative and independent organization has taken up the task of catering to low-income women in a practical aspect. It provides women with professional clothing such as corporate suits to make them feel ready to take up their role as an independent breadwinner.

Crittenton Women’s Union – another non-profit organization run on a massive scale, The organization offers endless possibilities for women by helping them gain the required awareness, skill set and tact to not only reach economic independence but to establish a career as well. It also provides shelter and food to homeless families and guidance to young mothers.

Below are two jobs that I found that are available on the federal level.

Program Support Assistant-Is a federal job that provides the worker the chance to help out students financially with their student aid.  This job was of interest to me because in undergrad I had the chance to work in the Financial Aid office, and I really did enjoy it.

Child Development Director-This job is located on Air Force Bases within the states.

 

Programs for Families in Need

There are several different programs that are available on a local level in my city.  I am really interested in finding ways to help low-income families,  Therefore, the programs below are all connect by providing help to low-income families. 

1. Community Action Agency-This is a statewide agency that is available to several different counties.  This agency provides several different programs for families such as Head Start, Workforce Development, Credit counseling services, and Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program and many more. 

2. Oklahoma Alliance For Animals- This is a program that provides temporary assistance with pet food for needy families.

3. United Way of Central Oklahoma- This is a program that provides a directory for several different programs that a family may be in need of.  For example, Big Brothers, Big Sisters can be found in this program.

Here are a few job opportunities that I found to be interesting:

Founding Director of Teacher Leadership- This position requires a Master's Degree in Education, and the director must be able to observe and provide feedback to teachers that are in the school that will improve and help them grow as educators.

Upward Bound Summer Instructor- One must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and a valid teaching certificate.

Child Care Assistant Director-Must maintain the Bronze level which is a high school diploma or GED,  ECD/CD Knowledge skills, administration and management knowledge and at least 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting.

Reflecting on My Learning (EDUC 6358)

My biggest hoe is to become an anti-bias educator that practice and teach my students how to become anti-bias thinkers.  This is not going to be an easy task, and I know that I  must be willing to put forth effort and have patience while I am on this journey.  I am excited to become an anti-bias educator and I am looking forward to the new school year to try these skills out!

I would like to thank all who supported me along this journey by providing me constructive feedback.  I wish you all the best on your journey to becoming an anti-bias educator as well!

Happy Learning!

My hope, goal, and a thank you to all! (EDUC 6357)

One goal you would like to set for the early childhood field related to issues of diversity, equity, and social justice (any format and any length)

A brief note of thanks to your colleagues

One hope that I have when working with children and families who come from diverse backgrounds is being able to make a connection with them and gain their trust.  Sometimes, connecting with one child and his family is easier than connecting with another child and his family.  In addition, another hope that I have is to remain patient through this process.  Although, I have learned the skills needed, I now must put those skills into action and practice, practice, practice!

One goal that I would like to set is that the early childhood field incorporate diversity, equity, and social justice into the daily curriculum and not just during certain thematic units.  This could possibly entail trainings, but I believe it would be worth it!

I would like to say thanks to all my colleagues for supporting me along this journey, and providing me with such great feedback.  I wish you all the best!  We are almost finished (:

Happy Learning!