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System Update: Child Care Voucher Extension
Cases that were due for reauthorization between July 5 and Sept. 27, 2025 were extended for 13 weeks from their current subsidy end date. Because of this, reauthorization paperwork will not be needed at this time.
Learn what this means for families:
Applicants will be required to submit new reauthorization paperwork to the eligibility office by the new subsidy end date, even if they have recently submitted, and will still receive a reauthorization packet approximately 30 days prior.
It is extremely important that Applicants keep their contact information up-to-date. If there are any changes in mailing address, phone number, or email address, families can update that information either by logging into their Early Ed Connect account or contacting their Eligibility Office.
Active children's vouchers will continue with the child care program to which their voucher is currently assigned. If a family intends to change their child care program, they should contact their Eligibility Office immediately and submit a new Provider Information page.
If a school-aged child is receiving vouchers, an updated school calendar will need to be submitted to the Eligibility Office as soon as possible so vouchers can be set correctly.
If a family's case was previously extended for Transitional Care or Temporary Fluctuating Income, the case was not automatically extended. Eligibility will be reaching out to verify income and/or new service need with the Applicant before extending the case.
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Upcoming Indiana Educator Job Board Access Update
Thank you for your continued support of Indiana's children and families. We want to remind you of the upcoming change to the Indiana Educator Job Board, operated by Nimble:
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July 31, 2025: Last day new providers can sign up for job board access
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Sept. 30, 2025: Last day providers can access the job board for free
Going forward, providers will need to pay for continued access to the job board and must directly log in to Nimble's website. If you are interested in learning more about private pay, contact support@hirenimble.com.
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Voucher Reminder: Serving Children at Assigned Locations
Programs serving children using child care vouchers must provide services for a child at the address and license number listed on the voucher. Services provided at an alternate address will not be reimbursed and can result in provider repayment, and/or decertification/revocation from the voucher program.
Children cannot be moved to another location without completing the provider change process, even if the same provider operates multiple locations.
It is the provider's responsibility to make sure that all children are set at the correct location. If a mistake is found, this should be reported to the eligibility office immediately so that vouchers can be corrected.
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Join INAEYC for Professional Development Opportunities
The Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (INAEYC) has several upcoming opportunities for child care providers.
Workforce Learning Opportunities
Join INAEYC's Workforce Systems Team for the following sessions:
Apply for 2025-2026 CDA® Credential Course
INAEYC is pleased to announce the availability of the Child Development Associate (CDA®) credential course through the Indiana Non-Formal Project for the 2025-2026 calendar year. Classes will begin in August and September. Find eligibility requirements and the application packet here.
Please ensure the following is included with your completed application packet:
- Copy of center license or early childhood program license
- Copy of your most recent 30 days of income/two paystubs from the last 30 days
- Copy of your driver's license or state-issued ID card (Indiana)
- Copy of your high school diploma or HSE certificate/GED certificate
- Family Child Care Home Owners must submit the first two pages of their 2024 1040 Tax Form and the 2024 Schedule C Tax Form
Submit the complete application packet as one PDF to NFCDAApps@inaeyc.org. Please do not send individual pictures or emails with each document. Contact INAEYC at pd@inaeyc.org with any questions.
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Attend Upcoming SPARK Learning Lab Trainings
Explore upcoming training opportunities through SPARK Learning Lab. See a full list of upcoming face-to-face training, live webinars, and live resources, plus read training descriptions and find registration instructions at IndianaSpark.com/training.
This week's training schedule includes:
In-Person Training
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