Join NAEYC | Professional Membership for Nannies & Caregivers
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You're More Than a Caregiver. It's Time to Be Recognized as the Professional You Are.
Hello Nanny partners with NAEYC to give you access to the resources, community, and credentials that match the level of work you already do.
Membership includes professional development, peer community, advocacy tools, and more.
What Is NAEYC?
NAEYC, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, is the professional association advancing high-quality early childhood education for children from birth through age 8. In 2026, NAEYC marks 100 years of advancing a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and supporting all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.
Today, the association comprises tens of thousands of individual members and 50 Affiliates across the country, all committed to delivering on the promise of high-quality early learning. NAEYC supports educators and programs through research-based resources, professional development, accreditation, advocacy, conferences, publications, and community connection.
Early childhood educators shape the future every day. Whether you work in a program, a family childcare setting, or a private home, your work matters deeply. NAEYC exists to support you
Two Organizations, One Standard of Excellence
Hello Nanny is built on the belief that career-level nannies and household professionals deserve to be treated and recognized as exactly that: professionals. Our network upholds rigorous standards, including CPR certification, years of verified experience, and a demonstrated commitment to the children and families in their care. Many of our professionals also bring early childhood education credentials or formal training in child development.
NAEYC was built on that same belief. For 100 years, it has set the national benchmark for what it means to be an early childhood professional and advocated fiercely for the recognition and support that educators across all settings deserve.
As a Hello Nanny professional, joining NAEYC is a natural next step. It connects your in-home practice to a national field, gives formal shape to the expertise you've built, and puts you in community with thousands of educators who share your standard of care.
What You Get as a Member
Community
Connect with thousands of early childhood professionals through NAEYC's HELLO online community, local Affiliate networks, and in-person and virtual events. Wherever you are, there's a local Affiliate nearby offering an additional layer of community, professional connection, and support close to home. You're part of a profession, not just a household.
Advocacy
Stay informed on the policies shaping the field and access the tools to make your voice heard. NAEYC advocates for fair pay, quality standards, and the recognition that early childhood professionals deserve at every level.
Resources
Access member-only digital publications, research, position statements, and best-practice toolkits, including Educating Young Children, NAEYC's members-only digital magazine featuring in-depth research, expert insights, and best practices for early childhood professionals.
Events
Join regular webinars with ECE thought leaders, get discounted access to NAEYC's Annual Conference (the world's largest early childhood education event), and participate in professional learning throughout the year.
Support
Explore leadership and volunteer opportunities and tap into a community invested in your long-term growth and career progression.
Exclusive Savings
Members also receive exclusive savings including tuition discounts at Walden University, discounted insurance plans through the Trust for Insuring Educators, and member discounts at Office Depot, OfficeMax, and more!
This Is Your Profession. Own It.
The work you do in a family's home shapes the first years of a child's life. The most critical developmental window there is. You observe. You adapt. You build trust, create structure, and support development that lasts a lifetime.
Hello Nanny recognized that when they built their professional standards. NAEYC has recognized it for 100 years.
When you join NAEYC as a Hello Nanny member, you gain the tools to grow, the credentials to stand out, and a national community of educators who take this work as seriously as you do.
Ready to Join?
Steps:
- Click the button below to go to NAEYC's membership page.
- Create your account and complete your profile.
- Access your member benefits immediately upon joining.
Membership is $72/year and activates immediately when you join online. You'll also receive automatic membership with a local NAEYC Affiliate in your area so your support community grows even closer to home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I qualify for NAEYC membership as a nanny?
Absolutely! NAEYC membership is designed for all early childhood professionals, including nannies, family childcare providers, and in-home educators. If you work with children from birth through age 8, this membership is for you.
What does NAEYC membership cost?
Membership is $72 per year, a single-tier rate with full access to all member benefits. No tiered pricing, no barriers. Everyone gets the same comprehensive membership.
Is this membership just online, or are there in-person opportunities?
Both! Your membership includes access to NAEYC's HELLO online community, regular virtual webinars, and in-person events through your local Affiliate network and our annual conference and public policy forum.
Why NAEYC membership?
Hello Nanny is built around career-level professionals who meet rigorous standards, from CPR certification and verified references to a commitment to compliant, ethical employment. NAEYC represents the same standard of excellence on a national scale. Membership connects our professionals to a broader field, deepens their practice, and gives formal recognition to the expertise they've already built.
I have more questions. Who do I contact?
Reach out to NAEYC directly at [email protected] and we'll be happy to help.
Your career has always been professional. Now you have an organization that says so, too.
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