Bill > A06210

This bill amends the New York Social Services Law to modify the qualifications for group teachers in child day care centers, specifically for preschool and infant/toddler classes. Under the new provisions, if a teacher possesses an associate's degree in early childhood, child development, or a related field, along with a specific child development credential (such as a Child Development Associate credential), they would not need additional childcare experience to be qualified as a group teacher. For infant and toddler classes, a teacher with an associate's degree in a related field, one year of experience caring for infants and toddlers, or a specific infant/toddler credential would also be exempt from further experience requirements. This change aims to streamline the qualification process for day care center teachers by recognizing educational credentials as sufficient proof of professional competence, potentially making it easier for qualified individuals to enter the early childhood education workforce while maintaining professional standards.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6210