The Windham County Child Care Count coalition, in partnership with the Winston Prouty Center, Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation and BCTV, share a series of conversations with local early childhood professionals to help answer question about opening your own registered child care program. Topics include:
- Overview: Melanie Zinn, Owner & CEO of Horizon, Vernon Village & Mulberry Bush Early Learning Programs, shares her experience in starting a childcare program in her home including the initial challenges, licensing and regulation considerations, and the importance of mentorship.
- Business Technical Assistance: Debra Boudrieau of the Vermont Small Businesses Development Center and Eyad Salha of the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation share resources and information about what it means to start your own business including creating a business plan and timeline, planning for start-up costs, and zoning law considerations.
- Licensing: Elaine Crawford, Licensing Specialist at the Vermont Agency of Human Services’ Child Development Division talks about what to expect when considering opening a childcare business in your home, including first steps to take, common obstacles, and regulation updates.
- Education and Professional Development: Kim Freeman, Early Childhood Education Instructor at the Windham Regional Career Center and Leigh Marthe, Coordinator for Academic Services at the Community College of Vermont discuss training and professional development opportunities for those considering opening a child care business in their home, including required education and credentials, financial resources, and the Apprenticeship and Early College Programs.
To view the videos, visit: https://winstonprouty.org/how-to-start-a-child-care-business-in-your-home-video-series/
