Early Childhood Educators Set Florida's Kids on the Path Towards Success
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2023
Level
State
State(s)
Florida
Policy Areas
Children & Families, Economic Justice, Education
Qualified teachers are the foundation of high-quality early care and education (ECE). However, inadequate compensation and subpar working conditions for ECE workers threatens the quality of programs, by leading to high levels of turnover. This report urges policymakers to invest in Florida's ECE workers, by adequately compensating them and training them before and during their service.