Early Childhood Educator Pay Scales Emergency Amendment Act of 2024

This bill updates the minimum salaries that child development facilities in Washington, D.C., must pay to assistant and lead teachers who participate in the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program. It establishes specific wage floors based on teachers' education levels and credentials, such as requiring a minimum of $51,006 annually for those with a Child Development Associate credential starting in January 2025. Facilities receiving funds from the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund are required to use those funds to meet these new salary standards for both assistant and lead staff. The legislation also clarifies the definition of a Child Development Associate credential and expands the scope of facilities subject to these pay requirements.