Escalones Rewards
When you participate in Escalones Rewards, you can get paid for key steps you take to improve your business and caregiving.
See below for a list of rewards and the documentation you’ll need. Check back here for more updates as new rewards are added! Enroll by clicking here today!
Rewards between $25-$1,000 will be paid for achievements like:
- Complete 3 credit early care and education course or equivalent training approved by ECECD
- Complete Child Development Certificate (CDC) or Child Development Associate (CDA)
- Getting registered or licensed with the Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD)
- Claiming your site on child care finder
- Registering in EPICS
- Joining FOCUS or increasing a star level
- Completing an Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
Escalones Rewards
The list below shows how much you can earn for each achievement. Our coaches can help you get there: email escalones@growingupnm.org or call 505-819-0136.
*Please note that providers may only earn rewards for achievements completed after enrollment in Escalones: Rewards. Rewards will be paid depending on funding available.
Professional Development
| Amount | Achievement | Documentation |
| $50-$150 | Early Childhood Education trainings (Ex. Behaviors, curriculum, Circle of Security) | Copies of certificates |
| $100 | Register for FOCUS | Documentation confirming your enrollment or participation |
| $100 | Enroll an additional child under 5 yrs old (visit with a Child Care Program Specialist for details – limits apply) | Copy of child’s enrollment or registration form with Start Date |
| $150 | High School diploma/GED | Verification of achievement is required |
| Up to $200 | Complete course or trainings required by ECECD | Certification of completion |
| $500 | Obtain the Child Development Certificate(CDC) or Child Development Associate (CDA) | Photocopy of certification |
| $750 | Complete Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education | Photocopy of degree |
| $1,000 | Complete Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education | Photocopy of degree |
Business Administration and Regulatory
| Amount | Achievement | Documentation |
| $25 | Create a Family Enrollment/Registration form | Copy of new Enrollment/Registration form |
| $75 | Create a Family Handbook | Personalized handbook |
| $75 | Complete a background check | Confirmation/receipt from the Vendor |
| $100 | Open a business bank account | Copy of Welcome Letter from your bank or credit union |
| $100 | Register your business with the City or County for the first time | Copy or photo of your business license |
| $100 | Register for EPICS and complete the required training | Email confirming the training is complete and you are registered for EPICS |
| $100 | Register for the food program/find a food sponsor | Email or letter confirming CACFP registration |
| $150 | Adopt a new technology to assist with your business (Ex. accounting software, enrollment or communication tool) | Technology achievements subject to team review |
| $200 | Become a Registered Home Provider with the Early Childhood and Care Dept. (ECECD) | Copy of ECECD Registration |
| $400 | Become a Licensed Home Provider with the Early Childhood and Care Dept. (ECECD) | Copy of ECECD License |
Health & Safety Achievements
| Amount | Achievement | Documentation |
| $100 | Child proof your home | Photos of childproof home |
| $150 | Obtain CPR/First Aid certification or recertification | Copy of certification with dates of completion |
| $10 | Bonus reward | Photo or copy of yourself with achievement – subject to review |
Did you recently complete an achievement that you do not see here? You may still be eligible for a reward! Contact us at escalones@growingupnm.org.