The Secret Formula to More Money

Are you an early childhood educator in Tennessee looking to increase your salary and reduce financial stress?

So was Janiyah Cooper. Her journey with Child Care WAGE$ Tennessee (WAGE$) started as a Level 3 recipient—that’s $1,350 annually from us and under 24 credits of education. While this was a good start, Janiyah knew she wanted more. She understood an important secret that all early childhood educators in Tennessee should know: higher education leads to higher pay.

Today, Janiyah is a Level 10 recipient on the WAGE$ scale. She’s earned her full degree and now receives $7,800 per year as a salary supplement from WAGE$.

"Having this supplement helps me build my savings, pay off student loans, and do something for myself” Janiyah shares with a proud smile. “It’s helped me stress a lot less about making ends meet.”

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How Education Translates to More Money

It’s simple: the more early childhood education credits you earn, the higher you can climb on the WAGE$ Scale. The higher your level on the WAGE$ scale, the more salary supplements you receive, which translates to more financial stability and less stress.

This secret isn’t just exclusive to WAGE$—it’s a proven fact that the more education you have, themore money you can make in early childhood education. According to the 2023 Cost of QualityChild Care Survey, early childhood educators with an associate or bachelor’s degree can earn an impressive 4.2-5.2% more than their peers with fewer qualifications. That extra income can help make car payments, cover medical bills, or even fund your dream vacation.

Add a salary supplement from WAGE$ on top of that, and your financial situation could improve dramatically.

Affordable Education: No Cost to You

You might be thinking, “But what about the cost of education? How can I afford that on my current salary?” The good news is, at Child Care WAGE$ Tennessee, we partner with Tennessee Reconnect (TN Reconnect) to help you achieve your educational goals at minimal cost!

Tennessee Reconnect offers financial support to help pay for classes up to an associate’s degree,making it entirely possible for you to attend school tuition-free. Yes, you read that right: you could possibly earn your degree or certifications without owing any mandatory tuition or fees.

Here’s the breakdown: TN Reconnect helps you pay for your education up to an associate’s degree in early childhood education (that's a permanent level on the WAGE$ scale!). More education means you can climbhigher on the WAGE$ scale. Thehigher your level, the moremoney WAGE$ will pay you annually.

It’s a straightforward, rewarding formula to improve your financial outlook as an educator.

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The Formula to More Money

1. Tn Reconnect helps you pay for your education.

2. More education means you can climb higher on the WAGE$ scale.

3. The higher your level, the more money WAGE$ will pay you annually.

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Get Started Today with TN Reconnect

So what are you waiting for? Don’t wait to take advantage of this opportunity!

Starting your free education journey is easy. Just visit the TN Reconnect website to get startedtoday and take the first step towards greater financial freedom as an early childhood educator in Tennessee.

By investing in your education and taking part in programs like Child Care WAGE$ Tennessee, you’re not just improving your skills—you’re improving your life.