Creating Lifelong Learners, One Child At A Time.
Early Connections supports the success of young children and their families through leadership, advocacy, and quality programs in early care and education.
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EC administers a variety of programs for those looking to get involved in childcare or receive funding! Our goal is to make childcare accessible to all and help all childcare centers thrive.
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We have 4 locations offering a variety of childcare options! From infant-toddler care to school age care! Find a location that works for you.
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Now Accepting Pre-K Counts Applications
Do you have a pre-school aged child? Are you looking for a way to help your child prepare for their first years of school? Consider enrolling your child in the Pre-K Counts program, a Pennsylvania initiative intended to help children prepare for kindergarten and beyond. Pre-K Counts is free for children between the age of 3 and younger than the entry age for Kindergarten in their home school district, and whose family annual household income falls at or below 300% of the federal poverty level ($93,600 for a family of four).
We're Hiring!
We are currently seeking friendly early childhood teachers and assistant teachers! Full and part time positions provide for the well-being and instruction of the children and help with the day to day operations of the classroom. Bachelors or Associates degree in ECE or related field and/or experience preferred.
Send resume to: Casey Foust, VP of Employee and Grant Management, 200 West 11th Street Erie PA 16501
or Email: cfoust@earlyconnectionserie.org
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Pre-K Counts Children
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Family Support Children
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Food Pantry Families
12
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ITCS Participants
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The 2022-2023 fiscal year brought in many helping hands to support the growth and develop of children and families in our community. We look forward to helping more in the years to come across all our programs!
News & Blog
Refer someone to work at Early Connections & earn $200 if they stay for at least 90 days! Reach out to Casey at cfoust@earlyconnectionserie.org or 814-874-0144 x12 for more information! *Conditions apply.
Play is one of the most important things a child does! That is how they learn about the world and explore their environment. Parents.com explores 11 activities that you can do with your little one and items commonly found in your home. These activities will help your child grow and develop WHILE they play!
The start of school is getting closer and closer. Don't let those nerves get you or your littles down! This article provides tips to help you keep your cool while also supporting your children and their feelings.
Going back to school after a fun summer can be hard, but there are definitely some things you can do and not do to make the transition easier. Check out this article to find out how to prepare your little one for the big change!
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Shaina K. McKinney"I am amazed by the academic and social progress my daughter had made since attending Early Connections! . . . She loves school and I am grateful for her amazing teacher and the wonderful staff at the center! I appreciate the hard work, time, and patience it takes to shape those little minds! I now see why it is called Early Connections because the relationships she has formed will leave a lasting imprint and set a solid foundation for new friendships in the years to come!"
