Early Childhood Education Programs at SWCC

09/29/2026

🌟 Now Hiring: Parents as Teachers (PAT) Educator 🌟

Southwestern Community College is looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our Early Childhood Education team as a Parents as Teachers (PAT) Educator serving Union & Adams County.

In this role, you’ll work closely with families in the community—providing support, education, and resources that help parents give their children the strongest possible start in life.

📍 Location: Union & Adams County
🕒 Full-time with benefits

✅ Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in early childhood, education, human development, health, or a related field
• Experience as a home visitor/parent educator preferred
• Home Visitor Credential or National Family Support Professional Certification a plus

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait to apply!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution and Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

👉 Make a difference in the lives of families—apply today!
https://www.swcciowa.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/parents-as-teachers-pat-educator-union-adams-county

09/16/2026

Are you working with infants and toddlers? Here is an upcoming training specifically to I/T. Register on I-power.

09/11/2026

https://www.edutopia.org/article/setting-social-emotional-foundation-preschool?utm_content=linkpos1&utm_campaign=weekly-2026-09-09&utm_medium=email&utm_source=edu-newsletter

Teachers can focus on building students’ sense of belonging to help them prepare for learning.

09/04/2026

08/26/2026

Thinking about renewing your CDA but missed the deadline. Checkout this out!

The CDA® Renewal Amnesty Program is back for a limited time!

This program will allow anyone with a CDA credential expiration date as far back as January 1st, 2016, an opportunity to complete the renewal process and make their credential active again.

Email [email protected] if you have any questions.

08/19/2026

The CDA® Renewal Amnesty Program is back for a limited time!

This program will allow anyone with a CDA credential expiration date as far back as January 1st, 2016, an opportunity to complete the renewal process and make their credential active again.

Email [email protected] if you have any questions.

07/02/2026

06/27/2026

Are you ready to join a fun team and support parents in their most important role?

This is the main human resources page.

06/17/2026

TEACH Scholarship Deadline July 15th!!!!!

The TEACH scholarship contracts are for one year each, supporting tuition for up to 15-20 credits, books, release time, travel, costs, and an annual bonus or raise!

What to do before applying:
• Talk with your director about supporting you with a scholarship.
• Think about your long-term goal.
• Contact TEACH to talk with a counselor about scholarship and college options.

Ready to Apply?
https://iowaaeyc.org/programs/teach/apply/

The application deadline for the fall term is July 15th!

Application Deadlines Fall term: July 15 Spring term: November 15 Summer term: April 30 Here are the documents you should take the time to collect, both from your program and from yourself, before starting the TEACH application: Our ...