Factores constituyentes identitarios en la maestra de educación infantil

This article analyzed the key factors that affect the identity construction of the early childhood educator in his/her first years of work and in different educational realities. The methodology consisted of a multiple case study with particularities of a biographical type narrative and the collection of information was carried out through life stories, specifically critical incidents and biograms, together with semi-structured interviews and a focus group. Results showed three large dimensions: biographical, initial education and professional practice. The findings allowed us to conclude that the identity construction process turns out to be complex, relational, contextual and variable.