Nominations open! 204 Teacher of the Year

What preschool teachers go above and beyond to help the youngest ones build a foundation of learning?  ELC wants to hear about them!

This year, the Early Learning Coalition of North Florida is hosting its 9th annual Preschool Teacher of the Year award.  And nominations are open!

This year, two teachers will be honored from the six counties we serve.  The first teacher will be an infant/toddler teacher.  The second winner will be one of our preschool teachers who works with ages 3-5.

A beloved storybook character, like Pete the Cat or Clifford, will bring balloons & flowers to visit the winners. The winners will be honored during an awards ceremony at our Early Educators Conference on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Thrasher Horne Center in Orange Park. A $500 cash prize & free admission to the conference also awaits the winners.

Thank you to our conference sponsors, Kaplan Early Learning Company and Clay Electric.

The Important Details

  • Nominations are open until December 18, 2024.
  • Click here to download the nomination form.  Fill out as much of it as you can and with details.
  • Instructions for turning in the form are located near the top of the form.
  • Winners will be notified between January 6-17.

Questions?  Contact Joan at 904-342-2267 ext. 202 or email Joan with any questions.