Home-Based Child Care Jobs Apprenticeship Program

December 12, 2023


The state is launching its first-ever apprenticeship program for home-based child care jobs. This is an opportunity for folks to get training for a job that's in high demand. Please look below to learn how you can apply.

If you are looking for a different job, beware of scammers. The Connecticut Department of Labor is seeing an uptick in criminals trying to steal money and valuable information from people who are searching for new employment. I'll break down how you can avoid becoming a victim.

Time is running out for your child's school participate in the state's snowplow naming contest. Please read below to find out how the competition works and to see the fantastic names of previous winners.

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Here are the sections in this week's email. You can scroll down until you find the topic you are looking for:

  • What's Our Rep Been Up To?
  • Home-Based Child Care Jobs Apprenticeship Program
  • Beware of Phishing Scheme Targeting Job Seekers
  • Incredible Accomplishments From Our Students
  • Snowplow Naming Contest
  • Time To Get Your Flu Shot
  • Community Events
 
What's Our Rep Been Up To?

I stopped by the Simsbury Historical Society Craft Fair last weekend to grab some holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, and tasty baked treats! While I was shopping, I noticed the new blacksmith shop is moving forward at lightning speed.

Once it’s complete, the blackshop will give visitors a sense that they’re going back in time. As a child, I spent time in a relative’s blacksmith shop, and I remember the distinct smell of the forge and coal as well as seeing the sparks flying as iron was getting pounded into an anvil. Soon children of all ages will get to experience that right here in Simsbury! Please make sure to stop by the Craft Fair this coming weekend and check it all out!
 
Home-Based Child Care Jobs
Apprenticeship Program

Great news for parents who are struggling to find and pay for high quality childcare and for employers who are struggling to hire and retain qualified employees. Connecticut has just created a novel home-based child care apprenticeship program, which will provide paid training. This program will be a game-changer for improving the quality and availability of early child care and education with coursework in child development.

If you're interested in applying, don't forget that you can earn while you learn! The workforce training program is federally backed and requires a minimum of 2,000 hours working on the job and hundreds of hours of classroom learning. Once a participant completes the program, that person receives credentials, which in turn raises wages and improves the quality of home-based care.
Click Here To Learn How To Apply
 
Beware of Phishing Scheme
Targeting Job Seekers
If you’re looking for a new job, beware of scammers trying to get your personal information. According to the Connecticut Department of Labor (CTDOL), criminals are asking victims for banking, credit card, and social security information while pretending to work at the state’s job bank, CTHires.
 
If you are in any of the following scenarios while applying for a job, hang up immediately:
  • You're asked to pay a fee to apply or to be considered
  • You're asked for your social security number, bank account number, or credit card details to complete your application
  • You're told to give up valuable information or you'll lose a job opportunity
More Tips To Avoid Becoming a Victim
Contact the American Job Center in Hartford by CLICKING HERE and visit the CTDOL fraud watch page if you think you may be a victim of this or other scams.
 
Incredible Accomplishments
From Our Students
Congratulations to a pair of scholars from the Simsbury ABC Program for their academic accomplishments! Nana, who is a Junior, and David, who is a Freshman, both were inducted into DECA, a global organization that prepares students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.
 
In addition, Nana was inducted into the National Business Honor Society for his outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service! Keep up the great work!
 
Snowplow Naming Contest
Students in Wilton, New Canaan, Ridgefield, and the rest of the state are invited to submit their most creative names for four snowplows, which will clear ice and snow on our state roads and highways during storms. K-12 schools have until Friday, December 15 to send in their best names!
 
The winning schools will have their submitted name featured on the side of the Department of Transportation snowplow. Students need to be up for the challenge! Previous winners include Buzz Iceclear, Husky McSalty, Plowzilla, and Scoop Dogg. The naming contest allows kids to think critically and be aware of snowplow safety guidelines.
Full Contest Rules & More
 
Time To Get Your Flu Shot
The flu is spreading and now is the time to prepare your body for the height of flu season. Please take a look at the image below to understand the benefits of getting your flu shot!
Click Here To Find a Flu Vaccine Location
 
Community Events
 
 
 
Admission includes skating for one hour and a complimentary hot chocolate from our Sk8terZ Cafe. Santa will not be skating.
 
Skating and hot chocolate is $15 per person, skate rentals are $5 per pair, walker rentals are $5 per walker. No pre-order is necessary.
 
Join Simsbury Public Library next Thursday for a culturally rich experience, where children acquire Spanish language skills through music and movement in a fun-filled classroom environment. This event is for any child who is five years of age or younger.
Click Here To Register!