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2020 NAFCC Accreditation Council Application
To be considered for the NAFCC Accreditation Council, please submit your application, resume, and 2 letters of recommendation no later than 2/29/2020.
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The principle functions of the NAFCC Accreditation Council are as follows:
-Establish goals consistent with the purpose, vision, and mission of NAFCC to encapsulate the principal function of maintaining the quality and integrity of the accreditation program
-Determine policies, procedures and regulations for the conduct of NAFCC Accreditation Council and
-Monitor organizational performance
Council Members have the following skills/qualifications:
-Possess the commitment, time, and leadership skills to serve effectively in the specified position
-Broad knowledge and awareness of issues facing the field
-Ability to conceptualize the appropriate role of NAFCC Accreditation
-Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to objectively consider various perspectives to guide major policy decisions of NAFCC Accreditation
-Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with the early care and education community and allied agencies
-Ability to interact positively with diverse groups of people
-Ability to be a public spokesperson on behalf of NAFCC Accreditation and its principles
-Have expertise in special areas needed by NAFCC Accreditation, including knowledge of governance, group functioning, management, academic research, knowledge and/or experience in other activities and related professional roles
Before submitting your application, please review the General Responsibilities and Duties for NAFCC Accreditation Council Members by navigating to our website:
https://www.nafcc.org/Accreditation-Council
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Resume
Letter of Recommendation #1
Letter of Recommendation #2
NAFCC Member Serial Number (ie: 84389. Current NAFCC membership required)
NAFCC Membership Start Date
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NAFCC Accreditation Serial Number (listed on your accreditation certificate. This may be the same as your member serial number. Current accreditation required IF you are a family child care provider)
NAFCC Accreditation Start Date (if applicable)
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10. Do you speak and write English fluently?
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11. What other language do you speak and /or write fluently?
12. How would you describe yourself? - OPTIONAL
NAFCC uses this information only to ensure that we meet our organizational goals for diversity.
African American or Black
Hispanic or Latino
Asian or Pacific Islander
Native American / American Indian
Caucasian or White, Non-Hispanic
Bi-Racial
Other-Please decribe in space below
Please check all that describe you.
FCC Provider
Mentor
Support Staff
College Ed/Trainer
Consultant
Researcher
Agency Administrator
Other - Please explain in the box below
In which of the following areas do you have experience working directly with children?
Infants/Toddlers
Preschool
School-Age
Bilingual
Special Needs
Large Group Family Child Care
Small Group Family Child Care
None
List all degrees and credentials you have earned or are in the process of earning. Indicate the field of study and completion/estimated completion date.
5. Summarize additional Early Childhood coursework/training. May include number of units/hours and time frame (ie: Current Family Child Care CDA)
6. Describe your experience with family child care:
7. Describe your experience with NAFCC Accreditation:
8. Describe your experience with other forms of accreditation or application of standards:
9. List and describe your involvement with other professional child care organizations:
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https://www.nafcc.org/Accreditation-Council
Council members are judged against the following benchmarks. Please confirm that, if you are selected as council member, you can meet the following benchmarks and expectations:
Can you invest at least 5 hours/month to Accreditation Council meetings and duties?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Can you attend one 1-hour meeting/month on a weekday (meetings currently take place one Tuesday/month at 3pm EASTERN)? 85% attendance is required.
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Do you agree to participate in at least 2 committees, and to lead 1 committee if you are selected?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Do you agree to suggest at least 1 qualified candidate each year for new Council Member consideration?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Do you agree to communicate once monthly with you assigned regional representative?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Do you agree to post or comment at least once monthly on the NAFCC Accredited Provider group page?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Do you agree to make your best effort to attend the annual NAFCC conference during your term as council member?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
14. Do you have internet access that will allow you to view NAFCC Accreditation Policies and other related documents online?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
Do you have consistent access to email that allows you to respond to any council communication within 36 hours?
Write "Yes" or "No" and include any comments or concerns.
16. Please describe experiences you have had on a board, committee, association, or community activity that was charged with and/or responsible for policy development and oversight.
17. Do you have any additional comments or information you would like to share?
Code of Ethical Conduct
NAFCC has a firm commitment to uphold the highest ethical standards in the early care and education field and has adopted the "NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct." The code "offers guidelines for responsible behavior and sets forth a common basis for resolving the ethical dilemmas encountered in early care and education…"(NAEYC 2005).
View the code at http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf
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I certify that as an NAFCC Accreditation Council Member I will adhere to the guidelines set forth in the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
I do not agree
By submitting this application I verify all information is correct.
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