Child Care Aware of Minnesota
Carrie Zelin Johnson M.Ed. is currently involved in multiple roles within various organizations including Embracing Equity, Greater Twin Cities United Way, Start Early Funders Coalition, Zelin Johnson Companies, KWST Behavioral Development Group, Child Care Aware of Minnesota, Elevate Children Funders Group, David Hoy & Associates, Way to Grow Minneapolis, and University of Minnesota. With a Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership and Educational Psychology, Carrie's work focuses on racial justice, diversity, equity, inclusion, program development, community research, and education.
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Child Care Aware of Minnesota
We are a statewide early childhood leader driving change through partnerships to build an equitable, high-quality early care and education system that meets the needs of Minnesota’s families and children. We work with integrity, honor diverse ideas and approaches, and foster a culture of respect and trust. We are child-centered and equity-driven. CCAoMN serves as the lead coordinating agency for the state’s Child Care Aware system. Through our current contract with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), we provide leadership and expertise to the statewide network of 14 district and regional agencies in three core areas: parent engagement and education, professional growth for providers, and community engagement around child care issues. Services are provided through seven program areas: Child Care Aware Statewide Coordination Services; Parent Aware; Professional Development and Training Delivery; Financial Supports for the Child Care Workforce; Consumer Education, Marketing, and Communications; Parent Services; and Data Management.