Child Care Center Administrators Tools and Professional Learning


Research Studies for Child Care Center Administrators

Same Mission, Different Models: Examining Similarities and Differences Between Center-Based and Family Child Care Leaders

By Robyn Kelton, MA and Irina Tenis, PhD • June 12, 2025
Explore the similarities and differences between center-based and family child care leaders, united by a shared mission.

Meeting the Needs of the Proficient Early Childhood Administrator

By Robyn Kelton, MA, and Irina Tenis, PhD • June 21, 2024
This study explores the needs of proficient early childhood administrators, highlighting targeted professional development to strengthen leadership.

We Can’t Afford to Lose Leaders: Professional Development to Increase Administrator Retention During the First Few Years

By Robyn Kelton and Teri Talan • June 27, 2023
Learn how targeted professional development boosts novice administrators’ leadership skills, retention, and program quality in the critical first years.

Meeting the Need for Intensive and Cohesive Professional Development During Challenging Times

By Robyn Kelton, Teri Talan, and Marina Magid • December 6, 2022
Explore strategies for meeting the need for intensive, cohesive professional development to support educators and leaders during challenging times.
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