Access to childcare wage top up
As we are a licensed Family Dayhome agency we can help Educators get access to government wage top-ups the same as they would working for a facility-based care Program. The amount of top-up is dependent upon their Early Childhood Education certification and how many hours they work in their dayhome( up to a maximum of $1560/month).
Work from home
Our dayhome model allows educators to provide care from their homes. Educators can be around their kids and family whilst also earning an income.
Agency Insurance
As an agency, we offer our educators coverage under our $2 million liability insurance policy.
Handling of financials
As an educator with us, you never have to worry about getting paid. We handle all the back and forth with the parents and collect the fees for you and you get one seamless payment in your account with a summary of how your dayhome is performing.
Access to form templates
Starting a business is hectic as is. That is why we offer our educators access to a vast library of templates that include everything from daily activity logs and attendance records to Kijiji ad templates.
Help with marketing
We have a dedicated team that helps our Educators get the word of their day home out and ensure that they remain at full occupancy. We help Educators successfully Market on platforms like Google, Facebook, Kijiji, nextdoor and many others.
Free Website
When you sign on with us as a Dayhome home educator you get a free website for you to successfully market with. The website is made to ensure the highest conversion rates and one less thing for you to worry about when starting a dayhome.
Storypark™ Plans
Our special partnership with StoryPark allows us to offer our Educators 50% off their regular pricing.
Discounted First Aid training.
As we are a large organization we can negotiate better rates for first aid training and our educators get to reap the benefits.
Infant Incentive
By going with our agency our educators are eligible to receive the infant care incentive (up to $300/month) which we automatically add to their compensation every month.
Professional development funding
Our educators can access government grants and funding for professional development. The funding is an additional $500 every year or $1,500 a year for post-secondary courses.
Leads of parents looking for care
Our educators can leverage our online presence and get access to the leads we collect of parents looking for care.
A dedicated consultant that supports you.
Our Educators get access to a consultant that can help guide them through the trials and tribulations of running a dayhome and directs them on how to successfully run a dayhome.
Ability to complete level 1
Our educators can complete the basecorp Child Care orientation course through our agency and attain their level 1 certification.
Access to pre-determined and established policies
Our educators can access our predetermined policies and procedures for things like late pickup, sick child, overtime and many others. Educators can leverage our experience to help with their business growth.
Backup Care
We can utilize our network of day homes and provide Educators with backup care when needed.
Agency-wide events
As an agency, we throw group events where educators can come meet one another as well as interact with other childcare industry professionals and take part in professional development.
Monthly newsletter
Educators can access industry insight and news through our monthly newsletter.
FAQ for Educators
What is a family day home?
A family day home is licensed Child Care operation Butera’s for 6 or less kids not including the Educators children.
What do I need to open a day home?
To open a day home there are a few basic requirements that you need to meet. An educator must have a safe place to provide care and be able to create nurturing and positive interactions with children. With everything else including the furnishing, programming and Licensing the agency can provide you assistance with obtaining.
What required documents do I need to open a day home?
In order to open a day home you need to have the following documents.
1. Criminal Record Check, dated no more than 6 months from the date of the contract signing
2. Criminal Record Checks for any family member that is 18 years and over
3. First Aid Certificate
4. Home Study
5. Confirmation of insurance
6. Confirmation of vehicle insurance, if applicable
7. Sample menu
8. Fire evacuation plan
Do I need to own my home?
No you do not need to own your own home. If you do own your home all the better however if you’re renting all you need is a letter from your landlord giving
How long does it take to start a day home / partner with your agency?
How long it take to start a dayhome depends case by case as some educators are more prepared than others. If you have all your documents ready we can have a dayhome approved as early as a week.
Parents Reviews
What Parents Have to Say
Caryl Kimberley
Educator
★★★★★
Working with Little Miracle Family Day Home Agency was a game changer. They offer great support with advertising and are very professional in all their dealings.
Michayla School
Parent
★★★★★
My kids attend one of their dayhomes and they absolutely love it. Everyday I hear about all sorts of different and creative activities that they partake in.
Deeann Abels
Parent
★★★★★
My kids went to a different dayhome before that was with another agency. Little Miracle Family Day Home Agency are a night and day difference when compared to them. All my communication and paperwork is handled through their portal and makes it very easy for me to organize everything.
Kevin Hardson
Parent
★★★★★
My kids day home teacher is amazing and a pleasure to deal with.
Dorean Elvis
Educator
★★★★★
My coordinator helps me with any questions I may have and has helped me get a lot of my registered children.
