NJCCA Successfully Achieves Launch Of Automated Electronic CARI Check Retrieval System

Two years of persistent lobbying has granted our industry the ability to request, pay for and receive results of CARI checks online. As you are all very much aware, the current process involved with obtaining CARI check results is extremely tedious and lengthy.

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NJCCA successfully advocates for changes to NJ-DCF Child Care Manual/Regulations

The Department of Children and Families' (DCF) "Child Care Manual" was readopted with several changes on March 6, 2017. The New Jersey Child Care Association (NJCCA) had two members serve on the ad-hoc citizen's advisory committee.

Dr. Allen Mallory

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Dr. Mallory’s comedy club sellouts, keynote speeches and television appearances have endeared him to audiences everywhere. One of the most in-demand speakers on child care in the country, he is also one of the most enjoyed.

Dr. Mallory’s unique ability to inject humor into serious topics is unmatched. He has nearly 30 years of experience is all areas of child care as an aide, teacher, director, author and professor. His formal education includes B.S. and M.S. degrees in child development and an Ed.D. in early childhood education. Additionally, he has consulted with governors and members of Congress, is an active child advocate, and serves on a number of child care committees.

Dr. Mallory is also a former president of the Alabama Association for the Education of Young Children, a SEECA board member, and a Head Start director.

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Welcome to the New Jersey Child Care Association

Representing New Jersey's Preschools and Early Learning Leaders since 1989

Dedicated to providing support and guidance in the management and administration of child care centers in New Jersey, and leading the industry to excellence through:

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NJCCA Salutes ECEA and its Unwavering Support of Early Childhood Education in NJ

Early Childhood Education Advocates, Inc. (ECEA) is engaged in statewide lobbying to aid and promote legislation that affects the child care industry.

Since its formation, ECEA has been instrumental in promoting good relations between elected officials and the child care industry in New Jersey. Through ECEA, NJCCA members are able to learn about the ideas and opinions of industry leaders and political candidates on a number of issues which may affect their businesses.

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NJOIT Center

The NJ Department of Children and Families has created a searchable online database of nearly 4,000 state-licensed child care centers.

Click here to begin your search.

Important Notice:

Effective May 6, 2019, the data on the site above for child care centers will no longer be updated. This data is to be used for historical purposes only. Click on the link below for current child care center data.

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NJCCA Call For Increased Subsidy Payments from NJ Department of Human Services

New Jersey Child Care Association executive director Curt Macysyn called upon the commissioner of the state Department of Human Services to increase New Jersey's subsidy rate for these CCDBG vouchers, which has not increased since 2008, a situation that Macysyn called "inexplicable." The letter calls upon acting commissioner Elizabeth Connelly to submit an increase in the department's Fiscal Year 2017 budget.

Member Testimonials

NJCCA is an absolute MUST for all preschool professionals. Our organization provides professional development, support and legislative assistance for all management and administrators as well as offering an excellent opportunity for networking with educators throughout New Jersey.

- Linda Francese, Executive Director | Care on The Square Preschool, Asbury Park, NJ