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Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide
05/13/2016Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide The Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide is now available. This guide provides an overview of careers in early childhood education in Maryland. The Direct Services and Supportive Services sections of this document describe specific jobs, i... Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide
ChildCareEd Inclement Weather & Emergency Closing Policy
02/12/2021Inclement Weather & Emergency Closing Policy Location: Gaithersburg Office Only This policy applies specifically to instructor-led, in-person trainings held at our Gaithersburg, Maryland location. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, ChildCareEd follows the Montgomery County Publi... ChildCareEd Inclement Weather & Emergency Closing Policy
Springtime Activities with Wind
09/23/2022Springtime Thoughts Spring makes my thoughts wander to nature and kite flying. These websites have activities from building kites and flying them to several STEM activities working with the wind. I hope you find something that will get you and your kids high on kites. Enjoy! Kite Day: Fu... Springtime Activities with Wind
Onsite Trainings Available
01/02/2020Child Care Center Directors We understand the significance of ongoing professional development in the childcare industry. As you plan for a Professional Development day, consider the benefits of scheduling onsite training for your dedicated staff. At ChildCareEd, we offer a personalized and conveni... Onsite Trainings Available
Winter Weather and Indoor Air Quality Tips
01/21/2013Brrr...It's Cold! For many of us, wintertime means cold, snowy weather. Before sending the children in your care outside, you’ll want to review our tips for ensuring their safety. In cold weather: Children should wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing. Outer garme... Winter Weather and Indoor Air Quality Tips
MSDE Recently Updated Forms or Documents
06/29/2023Ensuring the well-being and #development of children in child care facilities is a responsibility that demands a thorough understanding of regulations and standards. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Division of Early Childhood, Office of Child Care (OCC) has recently updated thei... MSDE Recently Updated Forms or Documents
CDA Council's Early Educators Leadership Conference
09/02/2024Early learning experiences impact a child's cognitive, social, and emotional #development. The CDA Council's Early Educators Leadership Conference (OCT 16-19, 2024) emerges as a vital platform where thought #leaders, #educators, and advocates gather to discuss the future of early childhood educatio... CDA Council's Early Educators Leadership Conference
Encouraging Cooperation Instead of Compliance
10/09/2025Imagine this scene: It’s 4:30 p.m., snack time in your child care #classroom. A child tosses their cup aside. You might feel tempted to snap, “Pick that up now!” But what if instead, you invited cooperation—giving the child agency, respect, and voice? This is the heart of the... Encouraging Cooperation Instead of Compliance
What Professional Development Opportunities Does the New York EIP Scholarship Cover?
06/14/2025Is financial assistance the only thing standing between you and advancing your #career-in-early-childhood-education? For educators across New York State, the Educational Incentive Program (EIP) offers a significant opportunity to pursue professional development goals without the burden of tuition ... What Professional Development Opportunities Does the New York EIP Scholarship Cover?
Nurturing Hearts and Minds: The Critical Role of Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood
07/30/2024Nurturing Hearts and Minds: The Critical Role of Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood The #early years of a child's life, particularly from birth to age five, represent a crucial period for social-emotional #development. During this time, children undergo significant transfo... Nurturing Hearts and Minds: The Critical Role of Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood
