Early childhood educators
make a difference

Ready to improve early childhood education? Become a VTAEYC Member.

Early Childhood Education
is Worth Investing In

We advance equity and excellence in early childhood education with early childhood educators as our foundation. As a membership organization, we provide resources and advocate for policies that move early childhood education forward now and for the future.

Membership

We are a professional membership organization that promotes high-quality early learning for children birth to age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research.

Our Programs

We offer career supports, financial aid opportunities, grants, student loan repayment programs, and more to help early childhood educators start and continue a career in ECE. 

SPARQS

We administer the System for Program Access to Resources for Quality Supports (SPARQS). The purpose of SPARQS is to support a culture of quality throughout Vermont’s early childhood education programs.

Get Involved

Join us in learning about the ECE Profession in Vermont, advocacy, our Annual Conference and events, donating, volunteering, and connecting with our Exchange Fellowship program.

VTAEYC in 2025

Current Members
701 +
PD Attendess
390 +
High-Ed Scholarships
88 +
Grants and Bonuses
521 +

Upcoming Events

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Lamoille Network Training: Nature Play All Summer Long

Step outside and let learning unfold in fresh air and open spaces this summer. In this workshop, educators will explore simple, engaging ways to keep ...
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Infant & Toddler Network: How to Talk to Kids Before They Talk Back – Words that Make them Feel Seen, Heard, and Loved

What we say to infants and toddlers shapes far more than behavior. It shapes their brains, early identity, and capacity for connection. In this interactive ...
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Preschool Network: An Intro to Reggio Emilia

Designed for preschool teachers who are new to the Reggio Emilia approach to education, this online workshop introduces the big ideas behind play-based, child-led learning ...
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Take Note

Our policy priorities for Vermont's 2026 legislative session

 Our policy priorities for Vermont’s 2026 
legislative session.Â