National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators
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Welcome to NAECTE

Our members are from the United States and countries around the globe. We are joined together by our common interest in Early Childhood Teacher Education.

Summer & Fall Grant Opportunities

NAECTE is now accepting nominations for prestigious awards and grant applications. Recognize outstanding educators and researchers making a difference in our field. Don’t miss this opportunity to highlight their achievements and support their impactful work. Submit your nominations today! 

The deadline for SUMMER nominations is April 15, 2024, and FALL is July 15, 2024.

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NAECTE – Statement in Support of Developmentally Appropriate Practice

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Purpose of the NAECTE:

  • To promote the professional growth of our membership
  • To discuss educational issues specific to our membership
  • To advocate for improvements in early childhood teacher education
  • Provide a forum for consideration of issues and concerns of interest to educators of early childhood teacher educators
  • Provide a communication network for early childhood teacher educators
  • Facilitate the interchange of information and ideas about research and practice
  • Use, as vehicles, the Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, conferences, resolutions, position papers, and other publications
  • Cooperate with other national and international organizations concerned with the study and education of young children