In September 2018, Tara Skiles sent an email to Judy Jablon at Leading for Children (LFC) that read: “We are...
Tara Skiles has over 22 years of experience in the field of early childhood education. She has served in many roles from classroom teacher, coach and trainer, to her most recent role as Director of Professional Development for the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education. Working in diverse of settings—public school, private childcare and Head Start programs— allows her a diverse perspective on early childhood programs. Skiles is passionate about ensuring that systems of equity are developed and sustained where all early childhood teachers receive the highest level of professional development and coaching support needed to positively impact high quality instruction and engagement for all of the children and families they serve.