I haven’t heard back from either of my contacts yet, so I decided to tell you about some things that are going on in my life, and my hopes and dreams in life. Once I hear back from them, I will post their answers.
Quality is one of the main issues that we discuss in my work place. My principal wants to make our school one of the top preschools in Memphis. For instance, we are now working on our NAEYC book, so we can be NAEYC accredited. Becoming NAEYC accredited will help get our name out there and show people in our community that we are here for children and their families. I work in a community where we serve low-income families, and we are trying to provide the families and their children with most highly qualified preschool they deserve. As, for as professional growth, we have the opportunity to go back to school by using a system called TECTA. TECTA is a program here in Memphis Tennessee that will allow teachers to take up at least to classes per semester for free. All you have to do is take one of their 30 hr seminar, and they will start paying for your classes once you receive your certificate. Although, I have the certificate, it doesn’t help me because I can only use it for a school that is located and establish right here in Memphis Tennessee. Walden University is not located in Memphis, so I can’t use their money to pay for school.
Once I finish grad school, I plan on owning my one school right here in Memphis Tennessee, finishing up my teaching certification, and probably going back to school to get my Ed. D. I hope that one day I will complete all of my goals before I am 35. I am 28 now, so I have time. One of my challenges that might get in the way is starting a family. I don’t have any children right now, but I do want one. So, starting a family will be a challenge for me but I know I can do it because God said all I have to do is ask, and I shall receive.
I think it is awesome for you to want to open your own school. We have both learned so much through out our courses and I am sure you will take all that you have learned to ensure your students have a memorable early childhood experience.
ReplyDeleteStay focused on your dreams and goals and what God has for you is for you and is in his time. I am 37 and I am finishing up my second masters and I would often wonder when my family would be complete but I have learned to keep doing what I need to do and God will do the rest...we just have to rest in Gods promises.
Nicky
Thank your Nicky, I will.
DeleteErica,
ReplyDeleteWe have similar goals, I too had put a timeline on things but more than anything I have learned to be patient because a plan is already in place. Even though the certificate does not work outside of Memphis it is great that you have a system that provides for free training. I am constantly paying for professional development opportunities and looking for scholarship programs. Keep up the good work though and be patient, you will achieve your goals in good time.
Thank you LaTresa, patience is the key.
DeleteErica good luck with the NAEYC accreditation. I would love to work in a school that is accredited. I hope that your plans for your future work out for you, be patient and listen for God's plan.
ReplyDeleteThank you Michele, after reading everybody's post, I have learned that I have to be patient and wait on God.
DeleteHey Erica,
ReplyDeleteThat book is quite a chore isn't it? I remember completing mine for the center where I work just last year. We were able to receive our accreditation and it is something to be proud of! Keep up the good work! God is good and He is faithful!
Please keep us posted on your school's NAEYC status. How very exciting!!
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