NSCC Early Childhood Education

📣Nominations for the 2026 Tennessee Early Educator Awards are underway!

These annual awards aim to honor exceptional early childhood educators, elevate the early childhood education profession, and highlight the critical role high-quality early education plays for Tennessee’s children, families, and communities.

Nominate your favorite Early Educator (Educators of Tennessee children birth-3rd grade) by following the link in bio and filling out the nomination form by Friday, June 12, noon Central time.

10 deserving awardees from across Tennessee will receive $1000 cash, a shopping spree at Lakeshore Learning, a trip to Nashville, and other fun surprises!

Nominate now at: https://www.tqee.org/educators/2026-tn-early-educator-awards/

Good Luck!

Employment Opportunity (Nashville)
Metro Nashville Public Schools

Metro Nashville Public Schools' Extended Learning Programs (ELP) is seeking college students pursuing degrees in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child Development, Elementary Education, and related fields to serve as Teaching Assistants during the 2026–2027 school year.

This position offers valuable hands-on experience working directly with children while earning approximately $20.00 per hour. Students will develop classroom management skills, gain experience supporting academic and social-emotional learning, and build connections within MNPS.

Program hours are:
• Before Care: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
• After Care: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (varies depending on specific site hours)

Positions are available at schools throughout Davidson County.
Interested students can register for an informational session using the link below: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=V4KCxhBkfkC1V7XcchHeVT08BolqkCxBi365PPZSdxtUM0RJMFVEMldLRVJTTVdFNkFIU0ZMRkhMUC4u

Click Link: 2026-2027 School Year: Extended Learning Program Teaching Assistants Interest – Fill out form

Informational Sessions:
• June 9 at 2:00 PM
• June 22 at 2:00 PM
• July 8 at 2:00 PM

Mrs. Schmidt, Mrs. Fleck, and Mrs. G are out celebrating another successful year in the ECE Program. Wishing all our students and fellow faculty a sunny and fun-filled summer! 😎🍉

Today we celebrate the incredible graduates of the Nashville State Early Childhood Education Program! 🎓🍎

Congratulations on this amazing achievement and best wishes as you begin the next chapter of your journey. Keep inspiring, teaching, and leading with heart! ❤️

Great news! Textbook Assistance is now open for the Summer semester. Assistance is first come, first serve. 📚

Apply online: https://www.nsccf.org/textbook

🌟 Congratulations to Tiwana Baker! 🌟

We are thrilled to celebrate Tiwana as the recipient of the Early Childhood Education Rising Star Award! This award honors a student whose passion for early education shines brightly—through outstanding coursework, meaningful collaboration with classmates, and active engagement within the ECE community.

Tiwana was recognized on Friday, May 1st at the Nashville State Honors Ceremony, where Ms. G proudly presented the award on behalf of the ECE faculty.

Please join us in celebrating this well‑deserved achievement.
Congratulations, Tiwana! 🎉🍎✨

Register now for our free summer conference!

Registration is now open for the free 2026 Ignite! Purpose and Intention Early Childhood Conference in-person day on
Friday, July 24th, 2026 Nashville State(White Bridge Campus).

This is a free event with parking and lunch provided. Up to 6 TNDHS/Train TN certificate hours are available.

Hurry! Seats are limited!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ignite-purpose-and-intention-early-childhood-conference-in-person-tickets-1987563307356?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=1a4338fafd&mc_eid=c03be39334

Good news…good news!