Licensed Family Dayhomes • Trusted Educators • Safe Learning Environments

Build a rewarding career from the comfort of your home.

Why Become a Dayhome Educator?

Create a nurturing child care program with the support of a licensed agency.
Your Own Program
Your Own Program

Operate your own child care program from the comfort of your home.

Flexible Hours
Flexible Hours

Choose a schedule that supports a healthier work–life balance.

Meaningful Relationships
Meaningful Relationships

Build lasting relationships with children and their families.

Home-Based Care
Home-Based Care

Provide nurturing care in a warm, familiar home environment.

Your Daily Routine
Your Daily Routine

Plan your program routines while meeting licensing standards.

Income Opportunity
Income Opportunity

Build a stable income with lower overhead than centre-based care.

Agency Support
Agency Support

Receive ongoing guidance and monitoring from a licensed dayhome agency.

Professional Development
Professional Development

Access training opportunities to strengthen your practices and get approved funding.

Administrative Help
Administrative Help

Get assistance with placements, payments and required paperwork.

Funding Opportunities
Funding Opportunities

Access applicable government grants and subsidy-related support.

Professional Community
Professional Community

Work independently while belonging to a supportive educator network.

Lasting Impact
Lasting Impact

Make a positive difference during children’s most important early years.

Bring your care, experience and ideas—Young Minds will support your journey.

Ready to Become a Dayhome Educator?

Tell us about yourself and your interest in running a licensed family dayhome.

Apply Online

Agency Service Fees

Monthly service fees support monitoring visits, professional guidance, administration, training and other agency services. Final fees are outlined in the Educator Agreement and follow the agency’s current fee schedule.

Category Fee Structure Monthly Fee
Full-Time Active Child
(Attending 100+ hours / monthly)
Service fee per child $90.00
Part-Time Child
(Attending 50 to 99 hours / monthly)
Service fee per child $70.00
App Fee Per dayhome $20.00
Insurance Fee Per dayhome (may vary) Approximately $40.00
For existing educators

Educator Resource Access

Use your unique username and password to access the secure Educator Resources area.

Once signed in, you can find agency documents, forms, policies, templates, training materials and other educator resources.

Secure access for approved educators

Educator Login

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