Findings from a Statewide Survey of Lead and Assistant Teachers in New Jersey's Licensed Child Care Centers: An Overview and Comparison of Perspectives. Rutgers Child Care Research Collaborative

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The John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at Rutgers University is part of a multicenter collaborative project focused on child care in the state of New Jersey. Through this work, the Heldrich Center is conducting an evaluation of the child care workforce through a mixed-methods research approach. This report highlights findings from the Heldrich Center's survey of the child care workforce, specifically lead and assistant teachers, in licensed child care centers in New Jersey. The research goal of the survey was to gain a deeper understanding of the licensed child care center workforce, as well as to highlight key personal and professional perceptions and workplace dynamics that may impact workers' recruitment, retention, and job satisfaction. In the fall of 2024, the research team conducted a statewide survey to assess the workforce landscape and explore workforce conditions. The survey investigated key topical areas related to child care staff personal and professional characteristics, motivations, professional aspirations, educational and training needs, workplace characteristics, and recommendations for enhancing working conditions in the child care field. Insights from this research are crucial in understanding the experiences and needs of licensed child care center workers, who play a pivotal role in caring for families with young children across New Jersey.

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Lin, L., McFarland, L., Hetling, A., & Starace, J. (2026). Findings from a Statewide Survey of Lead and Assistant Teachers in New Jersey's Licensed Child Care Centers: An Overview and Comparison of Perspectives. Rutgers Child Care Research Collaborative. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED683044