Child Development Associate (UPO)

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Learn how to become a professional in early education, focusing on the developmental needs of children up to age 5 and the most effective ways to teach them and care for them. This program is 12 weeks long, M-Thu, 9am - 12pm. UPO courses offer a minimum $900 attendance stipend. Some trainings may offer DOES pay, tokens for transportation, and access to UPO resources like housing and daycare.

Position/Opportunity: Child Development Associate (UPO)

Requirements:

    • Must be 18+ years of age, have a DC ID, Birth Certificate, Social Security Card, HS Diploma or GED, Proof of Residency, and Proof of Income or Certify No Income.  
    • CASAS Assessment required. Can be conducted at both intake sites and during registration. 
    • Background check, drug test, and mental health screening. 

Application Requirements:

To express interest, please email Kenny Carroll at kcarroll@upo.org, including name and program of interest. Candidate will make an appointment to enroll with a social worker. There will be a new cohort starting January 2025, followed by additional cohorts starting in April and June 2025.