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Save the Children gives children in the United States and around the world what every child deserves – a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm, especially when disaster strikes. We advocate and achieve lasting change for millions of children. We save children’s lives.

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When we look at the rate of homelessness just in the United States organizations like “Save the Children” are working endlessly to stop hunger and homelessness. I am looking at ways to start programs in my community. I feed the homeless and take donations to the local shelters. Part of the way I give back to my community.
I applied for a position as a volunteer and as a
Position: Skills-Based Volunteer General Application
Location: US - CT - Westport or DC - Washington
Job Code: 2142
The qualifications are:
Save the Children
Summary
We invite individuals who are interested in being considered for
future volunteer positions, either in our Connecticut or DC offices, to click on the "Apply for this Position" button below and complete our application. Skilled based volunteer opportunities range from short-term to long-term (3-12 months) part or full time and are offered in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, finance, fundraising, marketing and communications, public policy, social media as well as general research and administrative work. All volunteer work is performed during business hours between Monday and Friday. We usually ask our volunteers to commit to working a minimum of 14 hours (2 days / week) in order for both parties to benefit from the experience.
We will review your credentials against our future openings. And
will be in touch with you should your background match the
necessary requirements.
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for
children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including
the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere.

Preschool Teacher
ABC Academy - Jackson, MI
Do you love working with children? We are seeking a caring early childhood educator who will provide a safe, learning environment for our preschool children. Knowledge of the HighScope curriculum and PQA preferred. Applicants must have a degree in child develop or early childhood education with specialization in preschool teaching.


Michigan's Children Seeking President & CEO

Michigan's Children is seeking a President & Chief Executive Officer who will be responsible to the Board of Directors and subject to its direction. The President & CEO will supervise organizational operations and personnel and achieve demonstrable progress towards carrying out the mission of the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Leadership and Communication:
•Promote awareness and visibility of the organization and its mission.
•Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization and its mission as a persuasive champion for children.
•Maintain the image of and represent the organization at public and private meetings and on boards, commissions, task forces and advisory groups.
•Build relationships with other national and local organizations with agendas in the area of children's issues as well as with major organizations and institutions that can assist the organization in meeting its goals.
•Develop and implement long and short-term priorities for the organization’s programs and operations.
•Advise and support the Board of Directors on all aspects of the organization’s activities.
Fundraising:
•Create and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the organization.
•Expand relationships with individuals and organizations that may be potential sources of funding, including foundations and corporations.
•Diversify the organization’s sources of income and generate unrestricted discretionary income.
Advocacy:
•Advocate the organization’s public policy positions with decision-makers in the state legislature and administration.
•Develop and implement advocacy strategies associated with the priorities of the organization.
Management:
•Direct the operational strategies of the organization, i.e. administrative advocacy, legislative monitoring, public education, collaboration/partnerships, fund development, etc.
•Hire, supervise and evaluate the performance of the organization’s personnel.
•Develop and implement all programmatic, operational, fund development and administrative activities.
•Develop operating and administrative procedures and ensure that they are adhered to and carried out.
•Develop, manage and implement the annual operational budget.
•Develop programmatic and organizational goals and objectives in an annual plan of work for the organization.
•Maintain expertise in all matters affecting the organization, including legislative and policy issues and the political and economic environments affecting children.
Experience Required:
•Experienced fundraiser with a proven track record.
•Establish networks within the non-profit community, with demonstrable success in developing and maintaining relationships with foundations, corporations, government agencies and policymakers.
•Experience in senior level management, including a background in working with a board of directors, strategic planning, fiscal management, personnel supervision, team building and budgeting.
•Skilled communicator and dynamic public speaker
•Understanding of and passionate commitment to the organization’s mission.


Education: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.

Compensation: A comprehensive, competitive compensation package will be provided.
Learn more about the President & CEO's responsibilities and how to apply.

These are the credentials I have as of today.
Education

September 2011-Currently enrolled Walden University
Minnesota, MN (online)
Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies
Teaching with Diversities

September 1996- June 2006 Davenport University
Warren, MI
Master’s Degree with a major in Strategic Management
Minor in Business Management

January 2005-August 2005 Professional Career Development Institute
Diploma in Professional Childcare Management
(Currently attending Kaplan University pursuing MS in Education)

Functional summary
I currently work with customers to resolve problems, answer questions, as well as helping co-workers and management in assisting customers. I have volunteered as an educator for the Epiphany Lutheran Church as a Sunday school teacher for four years, and currently tutor college and grade school students.

I choose these three because I have a desire to teach. I want to become a volunteer to gain experience in the early childhood field. I currently hold a diploma in child care management and looking for employment in the early education field. I also have a wish. I want to open my own child care center and teach early education servicing children and families. The age I would like to start with is zero to five. I feel the earlier a child starts to learn the better the possibilities for that child to get a good start in life and have a greater opportunity to be a productive person.

"Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world."
- Maria Montessori
References:
Save the Children
http://www.savethechildren.org/site/apps/ka/ct/ContactSent.asp?c=8rKLIXMGIpI4E&b=8340867&en=irLKLRPyGbIIJSMCLkIOLVOLIiLIIWOAKfLRI1PNJrK5H&SupporterID=owL9KhOWIoI3KhO4JzE
Voices for Michigan Children
http://www.michiganschildren.org/Employment-Opportunities/
Indeed
http://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Early+Childhood+Teacher&l=Michigan&matchtype=b&network=g&device=c&devicemodel=&creative=41545372889&keyword=_inurl:indeed.com/q-%23inurl:-l-&placement=¶m1=¶m2=&random=927663400951837529&aceid=&adposition=1t2&gclid=CJPVpIi7ibwCFQVafgodN2wAqw