Being Job Ready

Unit Activity
Being Job Ready

This activity will help you meet these educational goals:
 Content Knowledge—You will research and describe the roles and responsibilities of
professionals in the field of child development in your state.
 Inquiry—You will conduct online research, in which you will collect information and
communicate your results in list and table form.
 21st Century Skills—You will employ online tools for research and analysis and
communicate effectively.
Introduction
Professionals in child development and childcare work in various professional, educational,
and not-for-profit organizations. Discovering the roles and responsibilities of various career
paths within these organizations can help you decide on short- and long-term goals. In this
activity, you will describe the roles and responsibilities of professionals in the field of child
development in your state and list the qualities and skills needed to succeed in their roles.
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Directions and Analysis
Task 1: Roles and Responsibilities of Childcare Professionals

Examine childcare and child development organizations in your state and discuss the roles
and responsibilities of members of these organizations. Describe the skills required by these
members to carry out their tasks.
1. Research and list at least three childcare and development organizations in your state.
Type your response here:
 Virginia Early Childhood Foundation (VECF)

 Child Development Center of Northern Virginia (CDC)
 Virginia Department of Education - Office of Early Childhood Development
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2. Describe the roles and responsibilities of members of these organizations.
Type your response in this table:
Organization Role Responsibilities

Virginia Early Program Coordinator Manage programs, organize
Childhood Foundation training, and ensure smooth
program operation.
Child Development Lead Teacher Plan lessons, maintain a safe
Center of Northern classroom, and track children’s
Virginia progress.
Virginia Department of Policy Advisor Create policies, manage funding,
Education - Office of and ensure compliance with state
Early Childhood regulations.
Development
Virginia Early Outreach Promote awareness of early
Childhood Foundation Coordinator education programs and engage
with local communities.
Child Development Assistant Teacher Assist lead teachers, supervise
Center of Northern children, and support daily
Virginia activities.
Virginia Department of Research Analyst Conduct research on early
Education - Office of childhood programs and assess
Early Childhood data to improve services.
Development
Virginia Early Grant Manager Oversee grant applications,
Childhood Foundation manage funding distribution, and
ensure accountability.
Child Development Childcare Assistant Help with basic childcare tasks, main-
Center of Northern tain hygiene, and interact with chil-
Virginia dren.
3. List the qualities and professional skills needed for these professionals to succeed in
these career roles. How will they exhibit self-representation skills? Complete the following
table.
Type your response in this table:
Role Qualities Professional Skills Self-representation

Skills
lead primary Patience, Curriculum Positive attitude,
school teacher Creativity, planning, Professional attire,
Empathy Classroom Communication
management skills
family resource Compassion, Counseling, Active listening,
specialist Problem- Resource Friendly demeanor,
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solving management Community
outreach
director Leadership, Budgeting, Staff Clear communica-
Organization supervision, tion, Confidence,
Strategic planning Professional con-
duct
Task 2: Interdependence of Communities and Organizations
Choose any one medium or large organization in your town or city that is at least five to ten
years old. Perform online research and speak to various people to get a perspective on how
your community and this organization influence and affect each other. Write a short report on
the same.
The Child Development Center of Northern Virginia (CDC) has been a cornerstone of the
community for over 15 years, providing quality early childhood education and care. It fosters
a strong relationship with local families, ensuring consistent enrollment and enabling parents
to work while their children receive reliable care.
The CDC supports local businesses by giving parents peace of mind about their children's
safety, benefiting sectors like retail and services. Additionally, it offers job opportunities for
educators and childcare staff, contributing to the local economy and developing a skilled
workforce within the community.
The CDC fosters community connections by organizing events and inviting local
professionals, like pediatricians and nutritionists, to share their expertise. Local volunteers
also contribute to children's special programs. By collaborating with parents on individualized
learning plans, the CDC supports children's development both at school and home. It also
refers families to local services, creating a supportive network.
Through workshops and support groups, the CDC educates the community about early
childhood education, raising awareness of its importance.
In summary, the Child Development Center of Northern Virginia is a crucial resource that aids
working parents, bolsters the local economy, and strengthens community ties through mutual
support and cooperation.
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Evaluation
Your teacher will use this rubric to evaluate the completeness of your work as well as the
clarity of thinking you exhibit.
Total Points: 100
Task 1: Roles and Responsibilities of Childcare Task points: [80]

Professionals
 listing at least three childcare and development [20]

organizations
 describing at least three roles and responsibilities of [30]
members of these organizations
 listing qualities, professional skills, and self- [30]
representation skills needed to succeed
Task 2: Interdependence of Communities and Task Points: [20]

Organizations
 listing at least five points of interdependence of com- [20]

munities and organizations

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Unit Activity

Directions and Analysis

Task 1: Roles and Responsibilities of Childcare Professionals

Type your response here:

 Virginia Early Childhood Foundation (VECF)

Type your response in this table:

Organization Role Responsibilities

Role Qualities Professional Skills Self-representation

Task 2: Interdependence of Communities and Organizations

Total Points: 100

Task 1: Roles and Responsibilities of Childcare Task points: [80]

 listing at least three childcare and development [20]

Task 2: Interdependence of Communities and Task Points: [20]

 listing at least five points of interdependence of com- [20]

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