Childhood Education International
Childhood Education International is a non-profit organization that works for "children’s access to quality education worldwide." They offer "programs and projects that support pre-primary to primary school-age children so they can learn, grow, and develop optimally" (Childhood Education International, n.d.).
The National Association for the Education of Young Children
NAEYE promotions educational readiness for children from birth to eight-years old. They also support the development for early childhood professionals.
Reference:
Childhood Education International. (n.d.). About Us. https://ceinternational1892.org/about-us/
American Federation of Teachers
"The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their families and our communities" (AFT, n.d.).
The Assocition for Experiential Education (AEE) promotes direct experience and reflection increase students' "knowledge, skills, values, and capacity to contribute to their communities" (AEE, 2022).
Cumputer-Using Educators hosts conferences, events and engages in advocacy to connect teachers with technological resources.
This organization is a resource for "those who enhance the growth and development of gifted and talented children through education, advocacy, community building, and research" (National Association for Gifted Children, n.d.).
National Education Association
The National Education Association is "the biggest and loudest advocate" for schools, students, and teachers (NEAb, 2022). Students can go through this website to find their state organizations. The state student organization insures students for up to $100,000,00, so it is well worth the membership.
References:
American Federation of Teachers [AFT]. (n.d.) Mission. https://www.aft.org/about/mission
Association for Experimental Education. (2022). What is Experiential Education? AEE. https://www.aee.org/what-is-experiential-education
Best Colleges Online (2022). 5 Great Professional Organizations for Elementary Education Teachers. https://www.bestcollegesonline.org/lists/5-great-professional-organizations-for-elementary-education-teachers/
National Education Association. (2022). Join our movement. https://www.nea.org/join-our-movement
National Education Association. (2022). Student success. https://www.nea.org/student-success
Association for Middle Level Education
The Association for Middle Level Education provides best practice, professional development, and evidence-based resources for middle school educators.
The National Association of Special Education Teachers
"The mission of The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) is to render all possible support and assistance to professionals who teach children with special needs. NASET seeks to promote standards of excellence and innovation in special education research, practice, and policy" (NASET, 2022).
The Council for Exceptional Children
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) supports those who teach children with disabilities and/or gifted abilities with political advocacy, setting practice standards and offering resources for professional development.
The Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps
"TASH is an international leader in disability advocacy...TASH advocates for human rights and inclusion for people with significant disabilities and support needs – those most vulnerable to segregation, abuse, neglect and institutionalization" (TASH, 2022).
The National Organization on Disability
"The National Organization on Disability (NOD) increases employment opportunities for Americans with disabilities. Our programs and services enable companies to realize the competitive advantages of hiring people with disabilities" (National Organization on Disability, 2022).
National Center for Learning Disabilities
The National Center for Learning Disabilities engages in political advocacy, research, and youth outreach to maximize the potential of all persons with learning and attention issues.
Reference:
Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps. (2022). About TASH. https://tash.org/about/
Best College Review Staff Writers. (2021). Five professional associations for special education teachers. https://www.bestcollegereviews.org/lists/five-professional-associations-for-special-education-teachers/
Center for Exceptional Children. (2022). About us. CEC. https://exceptionalchildren.org/about-us
National Association of Special Education Teachers (2022). Mission statement. https://www.naset.org/about-naset/mission-statement
National Organization on Disability (2022). About. https://www.nod.org/about/
National Council for the Social Studies
"National Council for the Social Studies is the largest professional association in the country devoted solely to social studies education... NCSS serves as an umbrella organization for elementary, secondary, and college teachers of history, civics, geography, economics, political science, sociology, psychology, anthropology, and law-related education" (National Council for the Social Studies, n.d.).
National Council of Teachers of English
The National Council of Teachers of English seeks to "apply the power of language and literacy to actively pursue justice and equity for all students and the educators" (NCTE, n.d.).
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
"Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world's largest mathematics education organization" (NCTM, n.d.).
National Science Teaching Association
NSTA offers lesson plans, eBooks, books, and journals to biology and chemistry teachers of all grade levels, from early childhood to postsecondary education.
National Art Education Association
The National Art Education Association is the leading professional membership organization exclusively for visual arts, design, and media arts education professionals. Members include preK through university art educators, researchers, teaching artists and students.
Society of Health and Physical Educators
SHAPE creates the national standards for health and physical education, in addition to promoting active, healthy lifestyles. At this point, SHAPE has given out over $600,000 in grant monies for research.
National Association of Biology Teachers
NABT supports biology and life science teachers through professional advocacy, annual conferences, and awarding teachers for their subject expertise.
References:
National Council of Teachers of English. (2022). About us. https://ncte.org/about/
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. (n.d.). Overview. https://www.nctm.org/About/
National Council for the Social Studies. (n.d.). About National Council for the Social Studies. https://www.socialstudies.org/about
"ASCD empowers educators to achieve excellence in learning, teaching, and leading so that every child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged" (ASD, 2022).
"The mission of the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) is to lead in the advocacy and support for elementary and middle-level principals and other education leaders in their commitment for all children" (NAESP, 2022).
"The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) is the leading organization of and voice for middle level principals, high school principals, and other school leaders across the United States" (NASSP, 2022).
This professional organization "advocates for equitable access for all students to the highest quality public education, and develops and supports school system leaders" (AASA, 2022).
References:
American Education Research Association
"The American Educational Research Association (AERA), founded in 1916, is concerned with improving the educational process by encouraging scholarly inquiry related to education and evaluation and by promoting the dissemination and practical application of research results" (AERA, 2022).
International Literacy Association
"The International Literacy Association (ILA), formerly the International Reading Association, is a global advocacy and membership organization of more than 300,000 literacy educators, researchers, and experts across 128 countries. For more than 65 years, ILA has set the standard for how literacy is defined, taught, and evaluated" (ILA, n.d.).
"The mission of the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) is to lead in the advocacy and support for elementary and middle-level principals and other education leaders in their commitment for all children" (NAESP, 2022).
References:
American Educational Research Association. (2022). About AERA. https://www.aera.net/About-AERA
International Literacy Association. (n.d.). About us. https://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us
Association for Experiential Education
National Association for Gifted Children
