The Right Way To Invest in Early Childhood Educators

July 30, 2025

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The Right Way To Invest in Early Childhood Educators

What really works in supporting the early childhood workforce? Let’s explore together! We’ll start by learning what inspires educators to improve, and what helps them thrive. Then we’ll explore how targeted, supportive PD that focuses on what matters to educators leads to greater job satisfaction, better retention, and improved outcomes.

We’ll also examine how job-embedded data can make PD more impactful. Through actionable data, transparency, and timely feedback, we get a roadmap for success and a clear return on our investment.

This conversation is for everyone invested in the future of early childhood education — for program leaders, classroom teachers and policy or funding decision-makers. Join us as we explore how to inspire educators to do their best work. 

Free Webinar: Redesigning Support for New Teachers

What if the key to a stronger early childhood workforce isn’t just better hiring — it’s better beginnings?
New research from LENA, in partnership with Porter-Leath in Tennessee, reveals that the first months of a teacher’s career are pivotal — not just for retention, but for informing quality, confidence, and long-term growth.
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June 10 at 1:00 p.m. ET

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