NEW YORK, NY – A significant milestone has been approved for New York City’s early childhood education system. In a 3 to 1 vote, workers of District Council 1707/Local 205 ratified a three-year agreement with the Day Care Council of New York. The agreement will raise the salaries of certified teachers in community-based organizations to the same salary level as teachers in the Department of Education. Community-based teachers have the same education and teaching certification as their colleagues in public school. The agreement becomes effective October 1, 2019 - September 2022 and phases in the salary increases over this three year period. “This settlement continues the Administration and NYC City Council’s commitment to early childhood education and ensuring we have the best talent in … [Read more...]
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