It is a job of the greatest importance, one that helps to prepare today's children for the challenges in school and work that tomorrow will bring. Child care providers not only prepare children for the future, they keep America working today. Without good child care, parents can not go to their jobs and concentrate on their work. Any working parent knows that a good child care provider is priceless. Too often, however, child care providers feel overworked, and undervalued.
Low wages lead to high turnover which disrupts the continuity of care for children.
Children and child care providers deserve better. Children should be cared for by loving, motivated, and experienced providers. And child care that provides good quality care and helps families work every day should be supported. Provide these numbers to your local Chamber of Commerce, newspaper, and elected officials to show how you support working families in your community. Write to candidates and let them know you will support those who want to take action to improve child care.