Maureen Maillard

Manager of Child Care Services

SUNY System

Maureen Maillard is a leader in early childhood education with over 30 years of experience in child care administration, program management, and policy development. As manager of child care services for SUNY System Administration, she provides technical assistance and strategic guidance to 49 campus-based child care centers and supports 15 additional campuses in creating sustainable child care solutions for student parents. She oversees an $10 million grant portfolio and develops statewide initiatives that expand access and improve program quality, including launching new centers, expanding existing programs, establishing Head Start partnerships, and creating the Early Childhood Internship Program (ECIP) to strengthen the workforce.

With a career spanning teaching, directing, and consulting in early childhood programs nationwide, Maureen brings both practical expertise and systems-level insight to her work. She is known for translating complex policy into actionable programs, fostering collaborative solutions, and championing high-quality child care as a cornerstone for student success.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Green Mountain College

• Member: NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)

• Member: NAREA (National Association for Reggio Emilia Approaches in the U.S.)

• Member: National Coalition for Campus Children's Centers