We’re in!
Early childhood educators throughout Vermont are saying, “We’re in for a well-prepared, well-compensated early childhood education profession.”
- Register for “What’s the Latest?” if you’re already involved, or “Getting Up to Speed” if you’re new to the project.
- Sign the “We’re In!” pledge to show your informed support for advancing ECE as a recognized profession in Vermont.
- Read the Unifying Framework for the Early Childhood Education Profession and Vermont’s workforce consensus on Professional Identity, Three Designations with Aligned Preparation Pathways, Compensation, and Professional Licensure.
- Subscribe to the VTAEYC newsletter for regular project updates.
Across regions and settings, here’s what Vermont early childhood educators say:
“Working to advance as a fully-recognized, cohesive profession allows us to design a most comprehensive blueprint for our future. I imagine there will be many small steps to take as we advance, and having clearly defined goals and a structure will support consistent and positive forward movement.”
“We work hard to meet the demands of this job (education, regulatory compliance) – not just anyone can do this job. It should be considered a profession.”
“I don’t think most of it will be easy, but if we are cohesive and support each other, we can get there.”
“I believe this shift will take time and calm, consistent, organized effort. Educators from all levels should be welcome and welcomed to actively participate in realizing the end goals.”
