The Multicultural Spanish Speaking Providers Association (MSSPA) is pleased to invite all early childhood education professionals to join our community and enjoy the exclusive benefits we offer to our members.

We were interviewed by 𝗡𝗧𝗡𝟮𝟰 where we advocated for a dignified salary for early childhood educators.

In the interview, key topics that 𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐏𝐀 works on to improve early education in DC were addressed, watch the video.

A large part of the 𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐏𝐀 board participated in this important interview!

DC Early EdX 2026 brings together educators, families, and community leaders for a day of learning, connection, and celebration—highlighting the vital role early childhood professionals play across the District.

D.C. child-care workers celebrate their new degrees: All preschool teachers and many at-home day-care providers in the District must have at least an associate’s degree

In Washington, D.C., where close to 40 percent of child care workers are immigrants, fear has taken hold amid a crime crackdown that has raised ICE presence. Many are missing work, deepening a staffing shortage in the industry.