Who

• If you work with young children, this is your association!

• Chicago Metro AEYC membership is diverse in many ways, as is the field of early childhood. Our members include teachers, administrators, social workers, consultants, assistant teachers, professors, and many others.

• Attending the conference or receiving mail from Chicago Metro AEYC does not automatically make you a member. Membership includes an additional set of benefits!

Why
Membership in Chicago Metro AEYC:

• Strengthens you as a professional and strengthens your work for young children.

• Gives you access to events, resources, and information.

• Builds the profession of early childhood with high standards and professional respect.

• Promotes public support and policies for young children through education, advocacy, and public awareness activities.

What
As a member, you will receive:

• Membership in three organizations for the price of one. Your membership in Chicago Metro AEYC also includes membership in Illinois AEYC, and NAEYC, the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Comprehensive members also receive five new NAEYC books each year.

• Six issues of Young Children, the journal of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

• E-mail alerts keep you informed of timely resources and events.

• Chicago-area newsletter, Connections. NEW newsletter includes expanded practical content!

• Networking and leadership opportunities where you can connect with others and develop your expertise.

• Support from other early childhood professionals who understand your challenges.

• Annual conference and other events throughout the year such as Week of the Young Child and June’s Head to Toe conference for infant-toddler providers.

When

• Members benefit from professional development and support all year.

• We are here for you throughout your entire career, whether you are new to early childhood or have years of experience.

Where

• We’re bringing membership to your neighborhood, with an increasing number of events in the South, West, and North sides of the city and surrounding suburbs.

How

• Click here to join Chicago Metro AEYC online today! (You will be re-directed to the NAEYC membership page. Your membership in Chicago Metro AEYC includes membership in NAEYC and Illinois AEYC. Online memberships are processed instantly via NAEYC's website. Be sure to select “Chicago Metro” as your affiliate during the registration process.)

• Call the Chicago Metro AEYC office at 312.427.5399.

• Click below to download and print Chicago Metro AEYC's membership application.

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