Family Childcare Incubator Workforce Development Program

This is a 10-week paid training program for participants who are 20 years and older. Participants must undergo a criminal background check. Participants will be paid $16.35/hr. while they are training and will train about 20 hours per week. Enrolled candidates will obtain Early Learning Development training, First Aid/ CPR training, Family Childcare Business training, and many other training courses that are useful in this field. Childcare may be available for those who qualify.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Where will the classes be held in September?
  • We anticipate being in a new space in Bridgeport.
• What do you guys get in return?
  • Nothing but the satisfaction of creating the access to opportunities for success in our community. 
• How can I find out if I qualify for the program? How do I apply?
  • GO to https://alliancect.org/careers/ - Apply Online – and look for the Family Childcare Incubator Workforce Development Program
• Would I be able to participate in the 10-week program and keep my current job? Will it be available online?
  • All the sessions are currently in- person Monday- Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm. I’m not sure if that will effect your current employment schedule. 
• I do not own my home. I live in an apartment. Will I only be able to start an in-home daycare, or can I go directly to owning a space/center?
  • This program only shares information about how to start a family childcare in your home/ other space. You may learn about other options from WBDC, our business education partner. 
• How many kids are you able to have at our house?
  • 6 total - 3 of them can be your own children. 
• Will a 10-year-old felony stop me from opening my own childcare center?
  • Apply, OEC (our licensing partner) may be able to work with you on this. No Promises.
• Would I be working for Alliance or will I have my own center?
  • This is a in home family childcare training program. There will be no training on opening your own center. You will not be working for Alliance. 
• Is the 10-week program paid?
  • Yes. Minimum wage will be paid for every hour you train with us. 
• Can my landlord tell me that I can’t start a daycare at home?
  • Yes. But we will do our best to educate landlords and equip you with talking points to educate your landlord. 
• What happens if I miss some days? Would you require us to extend the training and make up for the days we missed?
  • We encourage full, uninterrupted participation. If you cannot commit to this, this may not be the right time for you to attend. There will be additional cohorts in the future. 
•  Is there a date for the second cohort?
  • This has not yet been scheduled.