Infant-Toddler Educator AWARD$ Plus

Geographic Scope: North Carolina

AWARD$ Plus provides salary supplements twice per year to infant and toddler educators based on education level.

Award Details

• Amount: $600 - $4,000 per year (distributed twice per year)
• Frequency: Semi-annual payments
• Focus Area: Teachers specializing in infants and toddlers (ages 0-2)

Eligibility Requirements

• Teachers must earn $20 or less per hour
• Must teach children ages 0-2 at least 30 hours per week
• Must remain at the same child care program for 6 months
• Award amount varies by education level

Contact Information

• Administrator: Child Care Services Association (CCSA)
• Phone: 1-919-967-3272
• Organization: Smart Start Partnership for Children
• Address: 525 North Justice Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
• Phone: 828-693-1580
• Fax: 828-693-9659
• Email: info@smartstartpfc.org
• Hours: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday

How to Apply

1. Contact the AWARD$ Counselor at Child Care Services Association (CCSA)
   • Phone: 1-919-967-3272
   • Ask to speak with an AWARD$ counselor
2. Verify Eligibility
   • Confirm hourly wage ($20 or less)
   • Confirm teaching hours (minimum 30 hours per week with ages 0-2)
   • Confirm employment stability (6-month commitment to same program)
   • Verify education level
3. Complete Application Process through CCSA (specific details not provided on website)