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Types of Regulated Child Care in New York State | This toolkit is for aspiring and current home-based child care providers in Tompkins and Cortland Counties of NY State. Operating a child care business means continuous development, for the program, the children in your care, and for you!
Developing a child care program business is a big project. While the idea of providing child care and having it be your own program may be exciting, it may also be confusing and/or overwhelming. Paying attention to the details of your business from the start is worth the investment. Whether you’re new to business, new to child care or a current provider, this is a valuable resource to add to your toolkit! |
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Building Access to Child Care Project (BACC) and Early Childhood Business Alliance (ECBA) | ||
Early Childhood Career Development | ||
NYS Child Care Licensing Process | ||
Creating a Business Plan | ||
Business Structure | ||
Risk Management and Insurance | ||
Financial Management and Record Keeping | ||
Taxes | ||
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) | ||
Marketing | ||
Curriculum Planning | ||
Program and Employment Records and Forms | ||
Working with Families: Parent Communication, Contracts and Help Paying for Child Care | ||
Caregiver Qualifications, Training and Professional Development Requirements | ||
Quality Improvement | ||
Professional Organizations | ||
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs | ||
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