Childcare Initiative – Growing Your Workforce
Need help finding or keeping qualified childcare staff? We Can Help.
By Micha Hagans, Employment & Training Manager, Resilient Frederick County, Program Manager
Frederick County’s Childcare Initiative, led by Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS) and the Division of Family Services (DFS), connects childcare employers to trained candidates, supports staff recertification, and provides advancement opportunities that strengthen retention.
Recent Success for Local Employers
County Executive Jessica Fitzwater with Young Horizon’s School owners and staff, celebrating the opening of their new childcare facility in Frederick County.
Young Horizon’s School
Congratulations to Young Horizon’s School on the opening of their new childcare facility! County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, the Economic Opportunity Division, the Chamber of Commerce, and other community partners attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, highlighting Frederick County’s commitment to a thriving childcare sector.
Job Fair Hiring
At our Childcare & Youth Services Job Fair, several participants from FCWS’ sponsored 90-hour Child Care Certification cohort secured interviews, and one has already started full-time employment at Kiddie Academy shortly after the event.
Licensed Family-Owned Childcare Businesses
Four participants have successfully earned licenses to open family-owned childcare businesses in Frederick County, expanding capacity and supporting local entrepreneurship.
How We Can Support Your Business
If your childcare business needs to:
Recruit qualified staff
Support staff in continuing education or recertification
Upskill employees for new roles
We can help. Connect with the FCWS Child Care Initiative to learn more about the Initiative.
Complete our interest form or contact Micha Hagans at mhagans@frederickcountymd.gov to get started!
