MADE POSSIBLE BY
Every thriving family and community is Made Possible By Early Childhood Teachers. Make a difference and become one today.
As an Early Childhood Teacher, you have the opportunity to shape these young minds and empower their potential for a lifetime.
No Degree Necessary
Earn an Average of $15/ Hour
Early Childhood Teachers at NOEEN City Seats sites earn a minimum of $15 per hour. In New Orleans, Early Childhood Teachers pay rates range from $11 to $19 per hour, depending on the care setting (child care centers, Head Start, and school-based pre-K).
Receive Up to $6,000 in Wage Enhancements
Upon eligibility, Early Childhood Teachers have the chance to receive up to $3,787 in School Readiness Tax Credits every year. Additionally, during the 2023-2024 program year, the New Orleans Mayor’s Office of Youth & Families and Agenda for Children will distribute wage enhancement bonuses of up to $2,250 to eligible educators.
Qualify for Free Child Care
For the 2023-24 program year, full-time Early Childhood Teachers in Orleans Parish may be eligible for free child care for their children, subject to meeting certain requirements. Many early learning programs also offer tuition subsidies for educators’ children.
Access Up to $60,000 in Down Payment Assistance
Through interest-free forgivable loans, the city of New Orleans is providing up to $60,000 in down payment assistance to qualifying Early Childhood Education Teachers purchasing a house.
Pursue Your Degree, 100% Free
Eligible Early Childhood Teachers now have access to free tuition for degrees in education or childhood development at accredited Louisiana universities, community colleges, or technical schools.
As an Early Childhood Teacher, you have the opportunity to shape these young minds and empower their potential for a lifetime.
INVEST IN A CAREER THAT INVESTS IN YOU
INVEST IN A CAREER THAT INVESTS IN YOU
YOU MAY ALREADY BE QUALIFIED
No state-mandated education minimums are required for Assistant Teachers. However, specific early learning programs may require a high school diploma and credentials like a Child Development Associate (CDA) or the Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate (ECAC).
All Lead Teachers working in Type III child care centers are required to have the ECAC as a minimum credential within 24 months of their start date as educators.
Receive On-the-Job Training
Early Childhood Education Teachers can pursue the Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate (ECAC) for free by enrolling in approved ECAC programs.
MAKE YOUR MARK
Louisiana needs leaders like you. Discover the promising future that awaits with a career in early childhood education.
GET INVOLVED
Be a voice for Louisiana’s children. Every $1 you invest in early childhood education will yield a return to society of over $16.
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Earn an Average of $15/ Hour
Early Childhood Teachers at NOEEN City Seats sites earn a minimum of $15 per hour. In New Orleans, Early Childhood Teachers pay rates range from $11 to $19 per hour, depending on the care setting (child care centers, Head Start, and school-based pre-K).
Receive Up to $6,000 in Wage Enhancements
Upon eligibility, Early Childhood Teachers have the chance to receive up to $3,787 in School Readiness Tax Credits every year. Additionally, during the 2023-2024 program year, the New Orleans Mayor’s Office of Youth & Families and Agenda for Children will distribute wage enhancement bonuses of up to $2,250 to eligible educators.
Qualify for Free Child Care
For the 2023-24 program year, full-time Early Childhood Education Teachers in Orleans Parish may be eligible for free child care for their children, subject to meeting certain requirements. Many early learning programs also offer tuition subsidies for educators’ children.
Access Up to $60,000 in Down Payment Assistance
Through interest-free forgivable loans, the city of New Orleans is providing up to $60,000 in down payment assistance to qualifying Early Childhood Education Teachers purchasing a house.
Pursue Your Degree, 100% Free
Eligible Early Childhood Teachers now have access to free tuition for degrees in education or childhood development at accredited Louisiana universities, community colleges, or technical schools.
8300 Earhart Blvd, Suite 201
New Orleans, LA 70118
8300 Earhart Blvd, Suite 201
New Orleans, LA 70118
P: 504.586.8509
Toll free: 1.800.486.1712
info@agendaforchildren.org
Every thriving family and community is Made Possible By Early Childhood Teachers. Make a difference and become one today.
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