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Teacher of the Year
Recognition for outstanding performance
The ELC selects the Preschool Teachers of the Year, annually. Check back here for nominations in late 2025.
The Preschool Teacher of the Year Award
The Early Learning Coalition of North Florida is hosted its Preschool Teacher of the Year Award!
Two teachers from the six counties were honored for going above and beyond the call of duty to set the learning foundation and better prepare students for elementary school and beyond. There are two categories this year.
The first is the Infant/Toddler teacher award and the second is the Preschool teacher of the year who works with ages 3-5. The winners were notified by a “Surprise” prize visit featuring a visit by a beloved character like Pete the Cat or Clifford along with balloons and flowers. The winners were honored during an awards ceremony at our Early Educators Conference on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Thrasher Horne Center in Orange Park. The winner received a $500 cash prize, courtesy of our conference sponsor Kaplan Early Learning Company and Clay Electric.