EC possibilities on the International Level

1. ACEI- Association for Childhood Education International    http://acei.org
-global community of practice of "educators and advocates who unite knowledge, experience, and perspectives in order to exchange information, explore innovation and advocate for children"
-Mission: "To promote and support in the global community the optimal education, development, and well-being of children, from birth through early adolescence, and to influence the professional growth of educators and the efforts of others who are committed to the needs of children in a changing society".
-They envision that every child in every nation will have access to quality education.
-Jobs: serving on the ACEI Board of Directors
This person must demonstrate a commitment to furthering the education and well-being of children worldwide, be dedicated to promoting excellence in non-profit governance, and make critical decisions about goals and the allocation of resources.
This person must possess commitment to the mission and vision of the organization, commitment to education and well-being of children worldwide, a broad knowledge of EC field with understanding of global movements that impact the lives of children, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

2. Child Trends  http://www.childtrends.org
-a "non-profit, nonpartisan research center that provides valuable information and insights on the well-being of children and youth". They provide information for policymakers, funders, educators, and service providers around the world. This community of practice provides cutting-edge research on issues affecting children from birth to early adulthood.
-Mission: "improve the lives and prospects of children and youth by conducting high-quality research and sharing the resulting knowledge with practitioners and policymakers"
-Jobs: research experts needed in the following areas
Management & administration-strategic leadership and operational management skills
Child Welfare- conduct, analyze data, evaluate programs in Child Welfare field
Child Well Being
EC Development- knowledge of development work with federal government, states, and foundation partners to evaluate state policy initiatives, kindergarten readiness assessments, professional development initiatives for EC workforce, strategies to promote access and affordability of high quality early care and education

3. buildOn  http://www.buildon.org
-Mission: "to break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy and low expectations through service and education"
-Provides afterschool service programs in some of the nations toughest high schools and building schools in some of the worlds poorest countries through their Global School Construction Program
-Jobs: Development Director
Create and implement an ambitious fundraising program strategy for a new market, be an excellent communicator with listening skills, ability to create pitches verbal and written
Possess a Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred, 3-5 yrs fundraising experience, ability to multi-task, extensive knowledge of and relationships within the prospective community