Jackie Zaita

Jackie Zaita, M.Ed. is an Early Childhood professional with over 20 years’ experience in the field. Jackie is currently the Director of Professional Development at the Child Care Council of Suffolk. She values the adult learning process and supports current and future Early Childhood Educators through professional development and coaching using a relationship-based approach. Jackie is passionate about building the Early Childhood workforce by preparing individuals to be responsive and intentional educators who understand the importance of every child's family's culture, values and beliefs.  She holds a NYS T-TAP credential, NYS Pyramid Master Cadre, NYS Health and Safety Trainer, Trained in High Scope Curriculum and Practice Based Coaching.