Some Notes on the Madrich — A Child-Care Worker in Israel

Publication Date: March 1977

Publisher: Jewish Communal Service Association of North America

Author(s): Morton I. Teicher

Research Area: Social conditions

Keywords: Children; Higher Education; Recruitment; Occupation

Type: Report

Coverage: United States Israel

Abstract:

The author explores differences and similarities between child care workers in Israel and the United States. Among the differences is the unique history of the position in Israel, where child-care began as a high-status occupation and became low-status over time, whereas in the United States the position has (unfortunately) always been seen as low-status. Similarities include a strong need for staff development and in-service training in the field in both countries.

In Journal of Jewish Communal Service, ed. by Sanford Sherman, v.53, no.3, March 1977, p.238-241.