Program

STEP$

Full-time educators working with children birth through age 2 may be eligible for education-based salary supplements.

teacher and young child playing at daycare

STEP$ (Supporting Teachers’ Education & Progress) provides education-based salary supplements to low-paid lead teachers, teachers and family child care providers working 40 hours per week with children birth through age 2 in North Carolina. Be sure to check out the FAQs to learn more. You’ll also find information on how to qualify and apply.

Eligibility

Do you know if you qualify for STEP$? We make it easy with a list of applicant requirements and more.

How to Apply

Ready to apply? Use our application resources to get started.

FAQs

Explore frequently asked questions about eligibility, applying and what to expect from STEP$.

Funding

Learn more about STEP$ funding.

STEP$ Quick Links

STEP$ Salary Supplement Levels

Have questions? We can help!

Thank you for your interest in STEP$. When calling or leaving a voicemail, please reference STEP$. You can also send us a message online. Mail paperwork to:

Early Years
Attn: STEP$
PO Box 901
Chapel Hill, NC 27514

919-967-3272