Home-Based bilingual child care

Parents who want child care and early language learning in one place, including bilingual families who want their home language kept up.

Weekly or monthly tuition per child. Income depends on how many children your state license allows and the going rate in your area.

• Fluent in two languages
• Patient and warm with young children
• Planning simple age-appropriate activities
• Clear communication with parents

• State licensing rules on group size, child-to-adult ratios, training, background checks and home inspections vary widely, so check yours
• Check whether child care is allowed in your home under zoning, a home occupation permit, an HOA or your lease
• General liability insurance, and check whether your homeowner or renter policy excludes child care
• Health and safety requirements such as CPR and first aid training, safe sleep and meal rules
• Long days and little cover for sick days, so plan a backup assistant

Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your space, equipment and training. These are estimates, so also budget for insurance, and check whether your homeowner or renter policy excludes child care.

Monthly revenue is typically around $2,500 to $9,000, depending on how many children you care for and your fees. These are estimates, not guarantees, and the work typically involves at least about 40 hours a week.

State licensing rules on group size, child-to-adult ratios, training, background checks and home inspections vary widely, so check yours. Also check zoning, home occupation permit, HOA or lease rules, and CPR and first aid requirements.