Check out our new research-to-practice (RtP) brief, “ECE Apprentices’ Experiences Across Five Registered Apprenticeship Programs,” to explore how five RA programs in California support the development of highly skilled early educators. #WeWorkForECE

Our new “Work Environments Affect Early Educators’ Career Decisions” brief explores how educators assess different aspects of their work environment and whether those assessments could predict educators’ career intentions. Read our brief: buff.ly/MQGsIUC #WeWorkForECE

Our brief, “Early Educator Engagement & Leadership: Driving Systems Change in the ECE Workforce,” takes a deep dive into authentic #engagement. We explore why sustainable systems change requires educator leadership & what it looks like in action. buff.ly/EPa4Ac5

For lasting systems change, early educators must be co-creators & decision-makers, not just advisors! Their practical insight is the key to lasting change in early care & education. The 3rd brief in our Change Framework series shows how #EarlyEducators are already leading efforts: buff.ly/k8iuvTc

Have you explored our Change Framework Brief Series? This series takes a closer look at the key drivers within the National ECE Workforce Center’s Systems Change Framework, offering strategies that state and local leaders can use to strengthen their ECE workforce systems. Check out the thread below:

Collaboration thrives when leaders are intentional—about who’s at the table, how they work together, & how to support participation. Our latest brief shares strategies for building and sustaining multi-sector & multi-partner collaboration to align around shared goals. buff.ly/jSVnUDh #WeWorkForECE

States are exploring a variety of innovative approaches to expand benefits for early educators. Our new brief outlines strategies from six states, highlighting how policies, regulations, & programs are being designed to better support early educators. Read more: buff.ly/cFB986L #WeWorkForECE

Our brief, “Multi-Sector & Multi-Partner Collaboration in Systems Change for the ECE Workforce” explores how effective collaboration requires intentional structures, broad participation, & dedicated resources. Don’t miss out on effective collaboration strategies. buff.ly/jSVnUDh #WeWorkForECE

Our brief highlights how collaboration across sectors & partners is essential for sustainable systems change for the ECE workforce. This is the 2nd brief in a series on the drivers of systems change. Explore strategies to strengthen cross-sector partnerships: buff.ly/jSVnUDh #WeWorkForECE

Our new brief shows ECE leaders how to start small with using data to improve #compensation, #career pathways, and working conditions. It shares 3 evidence-based practices for effectively leveraging data-driven systems change for the ECE workforce. Learn more: buff.ly/74B95b9 #WeWorkForECE

Research shows benefits are key for early educator retention, financial stability & time off. Yet many program directors report limited ability to offer them. Our new brief shares state strategies to help close the ECE benefits gap. buff.ly/cFB986L #WeWorkForECE

#EarlyChildhoodEducation programs are less likely to offer benefits compared to other industries. View this thread to learn more about trends in access to benefits among the #ECE workforce from two of our recent research-to-practice briefs.

Did you know? Our new brief uses real-world examples to explain how state & system leaders use data to drive meaningful & sustainable change for the ECE workforce. From design️, implementation, & evaluation, intentional use of data is key to effective systems change. buff.ly/74B95b9 #WeWorkForECE

New brief alert! We released “How States Can Increase Access to Benefits for Early Educators.” Inside, we highlight the benefits educators say they need & outline actionable strategies state & local administrators can use to help ensure early educators can access them. buff.ly/cFB986L #WeWorkForECE

Our brief, “Data-driven Decision Making in Systems Change for the ECE Workforce,” explains how ECE leaders can use data to improve compensation, career pathways, & workplace conditions. When using data, it is helpful to be mindful of data quality, scope, and frequency. buff.ly/74B95b9 #WeWorkForECE

Our brief highlights how data can inform every stage of the systems change life cycle. This is the 1st brief in a series on the drivers of systems change. Discover how #leaders prioritize data-drive decision making to better understand workforce challenges. buff.ly/74B95b9 #WeWorkForECE

In August, our outstanding staff traveled to Baltimore, MD to lead the Change Framework Assessment Workshop with the MD State Department of Education as part of an Action Research Partnership on Wage Scale Design and Implementation.

Wondering how you can better support #EarlyEducators’ #highereducation goals? Check out our latest RtP brief in which we highlight 3 steps researchers & state/system leaders can take to deepen our understanding of effective #FinancialRelief strategies that support degree attainment.

Our research-to-practice brief “Incorporating Early Educators’ Experience Into Career Pathways” highlights how states are valuing experience alongside education & professional development in #career ladders for #ECE. Read more: buff.ly/6gF02wz #WeWorkForECE

New brief alert! “Financial Relief for Early Educators to Access Higher Education” highlights interviews with educators who say financial support is essential to continuing their education. We share 5 key state strategies #ECE leaders are taking to better support #EarlyEducators. buff.ly/DPDsyTE

Our research-to-practice brief “Five Strategies for Supporting ECE Educators Through Career Advancement” offers actionable ways to help #ECE #educators earn degrees & grow their careers. Read now: buff.ly/0PhEBWW #WeWorkForECE

A striking 62% of early educators agreed they had too much work to do everything well, which is substantially above the national average. Our #research highlight shows how better staffing practices—like hiring support staff and ensuring adequate coverage—can help. buff.ly/u3dLGRq #WeWorkForECE

Our new RtP brief outlines 5 strategies states are using to promote #EarlyEducators’ access to #HigherEducation & opportunities to advance our knowledge of what strategies work best to meet their needs. Read the brief to learn about these strategies and action steps: buff.ly/DPDsyTE #WeWorkForECE

Kudos to #NM for taking meaningful steps to support the #ECE workforce! We partnered with the NM Early Childhood Education & Care Department, Change Team, & Prenatal to Five Fiscal Strategies on creating a framework for career advancement among #EarlyChildhood workers.

Are you an emerging scholar studying poverty, economic well-being, or #ECE among Hispanic children and families? Apply for the National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families’ #PD grant to enhance your professional growth as a scholar & educator. Apply by 8/13. buff.ly/cKpp2Hz #WeWorkForECE

The National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families is accepting applications for its #PD grant opportunity for emerging #scholars whose #research focuses on poverty, economic well-being, and #ECE among Hispanic children & families! Apply by 8/13: buff.ly/cKpp2Hz #WeWorkForECE

🤔 Did you know? Researchers out of Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center published a 2022 report that found 80% of early childhood educators say there aren’t enough staff to get everything done—compared to just 61% of workers nationally. Source: buff.ly/jUCkCil #WeWorkForECE

Have you heard? The National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning launched the iCDA Course Preparation Series just for the #ECE workforce working toward their #CDA credential! Learn more here: buff.ly/bAaSN2h #WeWorkForECE

Did you know? Nearly 50% of center-based early educators and 39% of family child care educators hold an associate, bachelor’s, or higher degree. This shows the dedication of #EarlyEducators to furthering their skills! Dive into our brief for 5 strategies to help: buff.ly/xmPRa2Z #WeWorkForECE

New Resource Alert! Our new #research highlight, "How Staffing Patterns Shape Work Environments for Early Educators," summarizes the evidence behind how staffing patterns and shortages shape #EarlyEducators’ well-being & decisions to stay in the field. Read it here: buff.ly/u3dLGRq #WeWorkForECE

Curious how states are valuing early educators’ experience in #career pathways, in addition to #education & #professionaldevelopment? #WA, #CO & #NC are leading the way. Don’t miss our latest brief on promising approaches in #ECE workforce advancement. buff.ly/Im5RNqu #WeWorkForECE

Did you catch the news? We announced our Early Educator Advisory Board! They’re bringing real-world experience to help guide the National #ECE Workforce Center’s work. Meet them here: buff.ly/cUIPNRU #WeWorkForECE

Join our upcoming Coffee Chat on 7/8 at 2:00 p.m. ET as we discuss our RtP brief “Incorporating Early Educators’ Experience Into Career Pathways.” Connect with ECE system, program, & community leaders & spark meaningful conversations together. Register here: buff.ly/a0fP9VH

Field #experience is one way through which educators can gain key competencies, but few states include experience as a qualification for career advancement. Our brief highlights 2 ways for valuing and #compensating #EarlyEducators for their experience in career ladders. buff.ly/Im5RNqu #WeWorkForECE

We have extended the application deadline to July 3 for two upcoming #TechnicalAssistance opportunities designed to support states, territories, and Tribes in advancing effective #career pathways! Learn more about each opportunity and apply by Thursday, July 3: buff.ly/zMfFSrq #WeWorkForECE

Are you an #ECE leader passionate about strengthening career pathways for the #workforce? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Apply by 6/23 for one of our #TechnicaAssistance opportunities designed to help states revise career pathways to incorporate experience. Learn more: buff.ly/1WG4A5l

📣 We’re recruiting for 2 exciting #TechnicalAssistance opportunities to strengthen #CareerPathways in #ECE! Read the thread below to learn more and apply by 6/23: buff.ly/1WG4A5l #WeWorkForECE

New Brief! “Incorporating Early Educators’ Experience Into Career Pathways” is out now. Learn how #ECE leaders can build career pathways that incorporate educators’ real-world experience, as well as #professionaldevelopment & #education. Get inspired & read more: buff.ly/Im5RNqu #WeWorkForECE

Did you miss our latest RtP brief, “Benefits Offered to Early Care and Education Educators?” Explore the brief & learn how benefits support #educator well-being & how state & program leaders are leveraging existing public funding streams to provide more support. buff.ly/iE7S40p #WeWorkForECE

Register for the 2025 National African American Child and Family Research Center Community-Engaged Research Conference on 6/12 in Atlanta, GA. Discuss and collaborate on research in early care and education & social and economic mobility. #CBPR #EconomicMobility #earlyeducation bit.ly/4ijKVVl

📣 We’re recruiting for 2 exciting #TechnicalAssistance opportunities to strengthen #CareerPathways in #ECE! Both opportunities support states, territories, and Tribes in integrating credit for prior work experience into career pathways. Learn more and apply by 6/23: buff.ly/tRDmysd #WeWorkForECE

Did you know benefits like #HealthInsurance & retirement plans can make a big difference for #ECE educators' well-being? Our new brief shows how innovative state & program leaders are using existing public funds & programs to offer support to early educators. Learn more: buff.ly/iE7S40p#WeWo...

Whether you work in higher education or professional development, you play a key role in strengthening the #ECE workforce. Our new brief shares 5 key considerations to support #EarlyEducators in gaining degrees & credentials. Read the brief: buff.ly/xmPRa2Z #WeWorkForECE

Meet our Early Educator Advisory Board! These incredible educators work directly with young children every day & will now help guide the work of the National #ECE Workforce Center. They'll be shaping resources, building leadership skills, & bringing real-world insight to the table. buff.ly/cUIPNRU

Many #ECE educators want to advance professionally—but face barriers to traditional degrees. Our latest brief “Five Strategies for Supporting ECE Educators Through #Career Advancement” offers evidence-based, community-focused solutions to support their journey. buff.ly/xmPRa2Z #WeWorkForECE

Big news: Our Early Educator Advisory Board launches this June! These amazing educators will help shape our work with their lived experience and expertise. Want to be the first to meet the new members & hear what’s ahead? Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop: buff.ly/phSVDGy #WeWorkForECE

Employee benefits are key to #workforce stability. National #ECE Workforce Center researcher Sara Amadon & colleagues found 33% of centers had high turnover. Child care centers offering health insurance and retirement had lower turnover (29%) than those without (40%). Read more: buff.ly/CZuvseY

Check out our new brief introducing the #ECE Workforce Systems Change Framework—a tool to help leaders strengthen compensation, career pathways, and working conditions for the workforce. Read the brief: bit.ly/3UcdK3L #WeWorkForECE

Our research-to-practice brief, “Promising Career Pathway Approaches: Registered Apprenticeships,” spotlights YMCA of the East Bay’s registered apprenticeship program and the supports it provides to early educators! Watch the apprenticeship spotlight & subscribe now to our channel. buff.ly/aJAmLjX

Help create lasting change in #ECE! Our recent webinar provides a great overview of the Center’s Systems Change Framework, a tool designed to support leaders in driving meaningful change in compensation, career pathways, & working conditions. Watch the recording: buff.ly/CEouDyf. #WeWorkForECE