Earning Extra Income At Home

The Family Child Care Center may be the perfect opportunity to earn some extra cash without the necessity of leaving your home by providing in-home child care.  Licensing is approved by the Mission Support Group Commander for an on-base resident to provide child care in his/her quarters. The licensee must meet all requirements of the AF Family Child Care Program and is thoroughly investigated, monitored, and trained to meet the licensing requirements.  Providers are required to complete the Family Child Care training modules to maintain their license. Family Child Care offers home-like, individualized care, provides a quality alternative to center-based programs, and expands the availability of child care at Mountain Home, AFB.

The FCC philosophy is to nurture the child through care, understanding, love, and affections. FCC homes provide a relaxed atmosphere where a child can develop to his/her full potential. Providers encourage children to grow intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally through a daily routine of play and recreation.  FCC is actively seeks individuals to provide care for children who requires lower ratios for special needs (this may include asthma, cerebral palsy, physical impairments, ADHD, ADD and autism).

Interested candidates can apply for licensing by completing an application, all the required forms and participating in FCC Orientation Training.

Provider Requirements:

• Spouse of an active duty or retired military member living on or off base.
• Are at least 18 years old.
• Have the ability to ready, speak, and write English.
• Are physically and mentally capable of providing care.
• Are willing and able to complete the required training and agree to the requirements of becoming an FCC provider.
• Are able to obtain the required insurance coverage.
• Participate in a home interview with your family members.
• Have no conviction of, admission to, or evidence of family violence, child abuse or neglect, alcohol abuse or use of illegal drugs.

Providers Receive:

• Pre-licensing and other required training.
• Monthly and quarterly training sessions.
• Assistance with preparing curriculum and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Training on how to use appropriate guidance techniques.
• Assistance in earning a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) and accreditation through the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC).
• Free lending program: supplies, outdoor play equipment, books, games, toys, safety gates, first aid kits, mats, child sized tables and chairs, arts and crafts supplies, child sized plates, cups, utensils, and much more.

If you live off base and are the spouse of an active duty military member or retiree, DoD employee you can become an affiliated provider with the Air Force.  You must meet the same Air Force requirements as on-base providers and you will receive the same benefits: free training, subsidy, and the use of the resource center.

For more information, please call our Family Child Care Office at (208)828-6715.