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

Burlington North Network Event: Community Luau Party

Join the Burlington North Network for a community Luau Party event. Expect family-friendly dancing, light refreshments, a raffle, and opportunities to connect with community members. ...
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Nature Based Early Childhood Educators Community of Practice

Are you currently operating a nature-based program, or ready to grow one? Whether you are refining your outdoor practices or just beginning to imagine what’s ...
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Play is Learning: The Six C’s of Play

This workshop will teach us the benefits of free and guided play. We will learn how to support child-led learning while exploring the six C’s ...
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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