Member Benefits
- Network with fellow educators reduces burnout and eliminates feelings of isolation.
- Completion of Gateways approved trainings uploaded directly to your professional development record.
- Opportunities to earn 15+ clock hours while participating in innovative trainings designed to enhance professional growth and strengthen business practices
- 24-hr live chat where you’ll have access to pertinent information, business resources and advice from seasoned Early Childhood Educators.
- Environment that builds future leaders.
- Provide information and resources to remain current on issues related to early childhood.
- Mentoring and support.
- Trainings which provide certificates to help satisfy DCFS mandated clock hours.
- Share and receive information on the Best Practices to enhance childcare business.
- Union (SEIU) updates and advocacy
- Participate in annual pinning ceremony
- Participate in children’s school transition activity
- Participate in Annual Back to School Festival
I was a member years ago but for no reason at all, I fell off. I’m so so happy I came back and rejoined the network because I am getting so much needed information and I have a great support group with being apart of this lovely knowledgeable community of professional like minded individuals.
A rare group of women that's truly professional, NO JOKE!! These woman are exceptionally gifted to unify women with all facets of help in childcare and more.
Truly, a wonderful organization filled with brilliant women. A wonderful blessing to be a part of such a well organized, and put together Association that can bring so many different trainings, and opportunities for providers to become empowered and more knowledgeable in the childcare field.
I Love my SPNA Family because we are so much more than a Professionals Network Association. I take pride when I say we are a wonderful organization of committed professional educators with many years of experience in preparing children for Kindergarten Readiness. We support our members both personally and professionally and are an extended family as we work together to make a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.
I joined this group over 5 years ago . This group is educational, supportive, and informative. I find it helpful and friendly.
SPNA is an awesome network that provides great personal and professional relationships.
After joining SPNA 5 years ago I have obtained many Early Childhood Education credentials and my Masters degree. The members motivate and inspire each other. Being in the Association make me feel more professional in the ECE field.