CREATE’S Early Childhood equity work sits alongside the ECE teacher certification program to offer inclusive, research-based, and community-focused initiatives to support pre-service and in-service early childhood educators. We aim to provide professional development and establish new and alternate pathways into the early childhood education workforce.
Our efforts are focused on these areas:
- Community Collaboration: Building connections between educators, families, and local communities to foster a strong support network.
- Continuous Improvement: Encouraging growth and development throughout an educator's career, ensuring they remain adaptable and responsive to children's needs.
- Belonging and Wellness: Creating an environment where educators can feel supported and valued by being involved in their education process via support groups.
- Alternative Learning Pathways: Offering diverse learning options that align with educators' unique goals and aspirations including supporting professional development and continuous education credits.
- Research: Emphasizing evidence-based practices to guide decision-making and teaching strategies.
Furthermore, we support the programming of Jumpstart and the D.E.E.L. Fellowship as important components of Temple’s commitment to early childhood education in Philadelphia.
To learn more, please contact:
Nay Bey
Assistant Director, Early and Elementary Education, Equity Initiative
215-204-4635