Running a child care business comes with its challenges, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our Business Supports page is designed to offer resources to help you navigate the different aspects of child care. From Virginia Child Care & ECE Job Hub to Virginia Shared Services Network, we’re here to provide the support you need to ensure your child care business runs smoothly and efficiently.
VA Child Care & ECE Job Hub
Whether searching for a job or looking for an employee, vachildcarejobs.com is here to help. To post staff vacancies on the job hub, please visit https://bit.ly/vajobhub and complete an application. Once your application is processed and approved, you will receive login credentials and a link to post available positions. Once posted, you will receive notification of any job applications that are submitted.
Request a VA Child Care & ECE Job Hub account or Sign In to get started! Please contact Sarah McCrum at [email protected] or (804) 573-9344 with any questions.
VA Shared Services Network
If you are a child care provider interested in saving time and money, this resource is for you. This web-based platform is committed to supporting affordable, quality early learning programs , by offering resources to help you save time, save money and increase quality. To become a member, follow these easy steps:
- Complete either the electronic membership form or download this paper form and send it to [email protected] or mail it to 14321 Winter Breeze Dr., Ste 152, Midlothian, VA.
- Choose from the membership subscription options:
- Center Based Care: $120 USD/ year (includes 5 additional staff)
- Family Day Home: $60 USD/year (includes 1 additional staff)
- Other*: If you do not work for a Child Care Center or a Family Day Home and you are interested in a membership, please contact [email protected] to find out about other available membership options.
- Choose a payment method:
- Annual Auto Renew- Pay by Credit/Debit Card or Paypal
- 1 Year Membership- Pay by Credit/Debit Card or Paypal
- Pay by Check or Money Order
VA Breastfeeding Friendly Early Care Recognition
Early childhood programs can apply to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Early Care program. Since nearly 2 out of 3 Virginia children have two working parents, we know that early care settings are crucial supporters of breastfeeding. We are excited to award a Breastfeeding Friendly Early Care Recognition designation to child care programs that demonstrate best practices in infant nutrition. This Breastfeeding Friendly provider recognition stays current for three years and will also be a label listed in our Child Care Aware of Virginia referral database and statewide map.
- Support families’ commitment to breastfeeding and their child’s health start.
- Demonstrate your program’s commitment to best practices in infant nutrition.
- Educate teachers and families about the importance of breastfeeding for infants and young children.
- Market your program as a breastfeeding friendly to families.
View our map below to acknowledge more Virginia Breastfeeding Friendly Early Care Sites or download a list of recognized programs.
To learn more about this opportunity, take a look at the Virginia Breastfeeding Friendly Standards and Resources.
Sometimes the most valuable resource is one-on-one support from a Specialist in your community. Our Child Care Aware of Virginia Network covers each Virginia locality (Central, Eastern, Northern, Piedmont, & Western) and we are equipped with the tools to support you and your success. Visit here for contact information.