Arizona Association for the Education of Young Children

Arizona Association for the Education of Young Children AzAEYC is a NAEYC Affiliate. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession in Arizona. AzAEYC is one of two Arizona State Affiliates of NAEYC. Join us!

All young children thrive and learn in a society dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential. AzAEYC promotes equitable, quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children. For more information and to get involved, visit www.azaeyc.org.

Don’t miss out! 📣AZ Toolkit Chat is right around the corner, and registration is still open!Join us on May 6th from 5:30...
04/29/2026

Don’t miss out! 📣

AZ Toolkit Chat is right around the corner, and registration is still open!

Join us on May 6th from 5:30–7:00 PM as we dive into Math Best Practices and explore ways to strengthen early childhood education across Arizona🧠✨

This is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with other educators in the community!

🎤 Featuring presenters: Deb Heim Martinez & Jeanne Hernandez

Spots are filling up—make sure you secure yours today!

👉 Register now and be part of the conversation!

Keep an eye on your inbox! 📩Invitations for our AZ Toolkit Chat are coming soon, and you won’t want to miss this opportu...
04/17/2026

Keep an eye on your inbox! 📩

Invitations for our AZ Toolkit Chat are coming soon, and you won’t want to miss this opportunity to grow your practice and connect with others in Arizona’s early childhood community.

✨ Topic: Math Best Practices
🗓 Date: May 6th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us for an engaging session led by experienced presenters, where we’ll share strategies, insights, and tools you can bring directly into your work with young learners.

Spots may be limited—be sure to RSVP as soon as you receive your email invite!

Learning. Laughing. Growing. 💫That’s what it’s all about.Keep an eye out for your invitation via email!
04/17/2026

Learning. Laughing. Growing. 💫
That’s what it’s all about.

Keep an eye out for your invitation via email!

Learning. Laughing. Growing. 💫That’s what it’s all about. Toolkit chat, coming soon! Keep an eye out for your email invi...
04/16/2026

Learning. Laughing. Growing. 💫
That’s what it’s all about. Toolkit chat, coming soon! Keep an eye out for your email invite.

✨Our packet of activities are available through this QR code! 📚
04/13/2026

✨Our packet of activities are available through this QR code! 📚

🌟 Looking for your next opportunity in early childhood education? 🌟The AZToolkit Job Bank is here to connect you with me...
04/11/2026

🌟 Looking for your next opportunity in early childhood education? 🌟

The AZToolkit Job Bank is here to connect you with meaningful careers across Arizona! 🍎

From classroom roles to leadership positions, there’s something for everyone:
👶 Infant–Pre-K Lead Teacher
🏫 Assistant Director
📊 Program Director
✏️ Instructional Assistant
💡 Early Intervention Specialist & more!

✨ Find a role where you can make a difference in young lives while growing your career.

📲 Scan the QR code to browse current openings and take the next step today!

NowHiring AZToolkit

The AZToolkit is now live! 🎉Designed to support quality improvement and strong business practices, this resource empower...
03/30/2026

The AZToolkit is now live! 🎉
Designed to support quality improvement and strong business practices, this resource empowers early childhood programs across Arizona.

Explore the toolkit today and take the next step in strengthening your program.

Visit: www.azaeyc.org/toolkit

We’re excited to introduce Arizona’s new Quality Improvement Toolkit (AZToolkit) designed to support early learning prog...
03/08/2026

We’re excited to introduce Arizona’s new Quality Improvement Toolkit (AZToolkit) designed to support early learning programs across the state.
Join us for the AZToolkit Launch Webinar to learn how this new resource supports quality improvement and strong business practices for early childhood programs.

📅 March 25, 2026
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
🔗 Register: bit.ly/47xF7oI

In partnership with:
Arizona Department Of Economic Security
Southwest Human Development
First Things First

Advocacy in action at the Arizona Capitol.Today, AZAEYC board members joined early childhood champions from across the s...
02/16/2026

Advocacy in action at the Arizona Capitol.
Today, AZAEYC board members joined early childhood champions from across the state to elevate the importance of high-quality early learning.
When we advocate together, children win.

We’re proud to see our very own, AzAEYC board member, Deb Heim Martinez, highlighted as part of 100 Years of Excellence...
02/14/2026

We’re proud to see our very own, AzAEYC board member, Deb Heim Martinez, highlighted as part of 100 Years of Excellence celebration.

Congratulations, Deb!

Join us for our February AZToolkit Chat focused on early literacy. With practical strategies to support early reading an...
01/21/2026

Join us for our February AZToolkit Chat focused on early literacy. With practical strategies to support early reading and language development in early learning settings.

✨ Guest Speaker: Lois Whissaker-Williams, Early Literacy Consultant

🗓 Feb. 25 | 5:30–7:00 PM

🔗 Register Today: bit.ly/4rb6DzD

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