About Teresa McKay (Edit profile)

An early childhood educator for over 35 years, Teresa S. McKay, Md.D., has had many roles, including owner/operator of an NAEYC accredited program. McKay has taught higher education since 2002, and owns and operates her own training/consulting business. McKay advocates for quality programs and training for all members of the field as an active member of NAEYC and as a professional development specialist and gold standard reviewer for the Council for Professional Recognition. As a leader in the field, McKay has presented at national, state, and local conferences and meetings on a variety of relevant topics for teachers, administrators, leaders, and families. Her book "Effective Family Engagement Policies: A Guide for Early Childhood Administrators" was published in September 2021.