Proposes classifications to describe more accurately existing programs and initiatives to build a skilled and stable child care workforce. Explains terms related to compensation initiatives, payment methods, and target recipients. Concludes with a discussion of the difficulties of implementing compensation initiatives such as those in the U.S.…

Outlines application requirements for the National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) new compensation fund for their Membership Action Group Grant program. Summarizes Membership Action Group projects that have been funded for 1990. (BB)

Presents revised version of 1987 statement, which emphasized that the provision of high-quality early childhood programs depends upon three basic needs being met: high-quality programming for children, equitable compensation for staff, and affordable services for families or other consumers. (HTH)

This second part of a two-part article describes specific steps that early childhood administrators can take to create an equitable compensation structure. They need to conduct a job analysis of and write a job description for each position, determine comparable worth, set salaries, and determine advancement policies. (MDM)

Two studies (1) describe caregivers' perceptions of themselves and their profession and (2) collect information on compensation received for child care work. Surveys of child caregivers were conducted in 1975 in Illinois and in 1982 in California. (RH)

Summarizes the National Association for the Education of Young Children's efforts to address inadequate teacher compensation. The organization's plans for 1992-93, and its role in the Worthy Wages Coalition, are discussed. (BG)

Examines recent creative child care financing initiatives at the local and state level. Describes examples of programs promoting quality through direct financial support; expansion of portable assistance programs; and the use of multiple approaches and long-term commitments. Notes that expanded leadership is essential for success. (KB)

Outlines a framework for determining the infrastructure cost of universal early care and education for young children and adequate compensation for caregivers. Discusses the nature of compensation and infrastructure, including governance and administration, compensation, professional development, and regulation. Suggests that costs could be…

Outlines a framework for effective professional development of early childhood educators that identifies key principles and premises that apply across the diverse roles and settings of early childhood professionals. Defines six specific levels of professional development, based on educational qualifications and outcomes, ranging from a certificate…

Summarizes the findings of "Making a Career of It: The State of the States Report on Career Development in Early Care and Education," which concludes that few states set adequate standards for early childhood practitioner training and that practitioners have few incentives to invest in training. Includes the report's recommendations for improving…

Discusses federal and state initiatives to enhance child care quality and child care teachers' compensation. These initiatives have resulted from the passage of the Child Care and Development Block Grant in 1990. (BB)

Presents the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) annual report, which covers a number of the Association's accomplishments and challenges. Issues covered include teacher preparation and compensation, accreditation of high-quality early childhood programs, developmentally appropriate early childhood education, and early…

Discusses the concerns of child care and early childhood workers about compensation. These concerns focus on equity, and the needs for comprehensive compensation systems and written compensation policies. (BB)

Explores some of the issues inherent in a systems approach to professional development in early childhood education. Discusses the common core of knowledge that is shared by early childhood education professionals. (BB)

Despite rising demand for high-quality child care, the norm for early childhood staff is low salaries, few benefits, and difficult working conditions. This article provides an overview of compensation of early childhood professionals, and describes some state and local initiatives that address the need for funding and policies that support a…