Welcome, TEACH Sponsors!
Benefits of Sponsorship
By sponsoring staff for the TEACH Early Childhood® Colorado Scholarship, you’re investing in a stronger, more qualified workforce. TEACH covers 90% of tuition and books, reimburses paid release time, and provides financial bonuses. Employers pay just 5% of tuition and contribute two hours of paid release time weekly, helping staff balance work and education. In return, your program benefits from improved retention, higher staff confidence, and greater quality of care, ensuring a thriving team and brighter outcomes for children.
Contact TEACH
Need Assistance? Contact the TEACH Team!
Shannon Hall, Senior Program Director
Ph: (720) 899-3047
Em: shannon@ecclacolorado.org
Dallas Brown, Associate Program Director
Ph: (720) 588-2842
Em: dallas@ecclacolorado.org
Interpretation available. Please schedule ahead of time.
Forms, Guides, and other Employer Resources
Resources for Potential Sponsors
- How Does My Early Childhood Program Benefit from Sponsoring a TEACH Recipient? (FAQ Guide)
- Frequently Asked Questions
Resources for Current Sponsors
Forms
- Center Profile
- Reseña del Centro
- Release Time Reimbursement Form
- Formulario C: Formulario de Reembolso de Reclamo de Tiempo Libre
Guides
TEACH Early Childhood®: A Year of Transformation & Challenges
As we reflect on the 2023-2024 school year, it is evident that the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® scholarship, with the help of funding from CDEC, has made an impact on early childhood professionals across Colorado. Despite challenges, the desire for higher education in early childhood remains strong.
TEACH Early Childhood® Colorado is a licensed program of Early Years.