The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast

Revitalize: Rediscovering Passion in Childcare Leadership"

June 27, 2024 Erica Saccocio / Evangela Season 9 Episode 20
Revitalize: Rediscovering Passion in Childcare Leadership"
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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
Revitalize: Rediscovering Passion in Childcare Leadership"
Jun 27, 2024 Season 9 Episode 20
Erica Saccocio / Evangela

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In this conversation, Erica Saccoccio interviews Evangela Childs, an author, coach, and advocate in the early childhood education (ECE) field. They discuss the importance of community involvement and giving back, as well as discovering one's passion and calling in ECE. They also touch on the challenges faced by educators, such as low pay and changing behaviors of children and parents. Evangela emphasizes the need for educators to prioritize self-care and find creative ways to supplement their income. Overall, the conversation highlights the dedication and passion of ECE professionals and the impact they have on children, families, and communities. The conversation explores the need for child care centers to develop additional income streams beyond tuition. The current business model is no longer working, and there is a need to look outside the four walls of the center. The conversation also highlights the lack of funding for early childhood education compared to other forms of education. The importance of creating a healthy and safe environment for children is emphasized, as well as the need to support families and communities. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the legacy that child care providers hope to leave through their work.

Takeaways

Community involvement and giving back are important aspects of the early childhood education field.
Discovering one's passion and calling in ECE is crucial for making a meaningful impact.
Educators face challenges such as low pay and changing behaviors of children and parents.
Prioritizing self-care and finding creative ways to supplement income are essential for educators.
ECE professionals have a significant impact on children, families, and communities. Child care centers need to develop additional income streams beyond tuition to increase revenue.
Early childhood education lacks funding compared to other forms of education.
Creating a healthy and safe environment for children is crucial.
Supporting families and communities is essential for the success of child care centers.
Child care providers hope to leave a legacy of making a positive impact on children's lives.


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Feeling Overwhelmed by Your Childcare Center’s Day-to-Day Operations?

It’s time to get off the hamster wheel of staff turnover and enrollment challenges. Erica is hitting the road to visit childcare centers just like yours, offering expert advice and solutions to tackle your toughest issues. From hiring and team morale to strategic planning and competitive edge, we’re here to help you thrive. Let’s connect and create a vision for your center that goes beyond numbers on a spreadsheet. Contact the Childcare Director today for an introductory call and discover how we can help you make impactful changes that benefit your staff, families, and community. Let’s build something great together! 🚀📞



Website https://www.childcaredirectorschair.com/
Email: stellarbusinesconcepts1@yahoo.com
Phone 401-921-3412

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In this conversation, Erica Saccoccio interviews Evangela Childs, an author, coach, and advocate in the early childhood education (ECE) field. They discuss the importance of community involvement and giving back, as well as discovering one's passion and calling in ECE. They also touch on the challenges faced by educators, such as low pay and changing behaviors of children and parents. Evangela emphasizes the need for educators to prioritize self-care and find creative ways to supplement their income. Overall, the conversation highlights the dedication and passion of ECE professionals and the impact they have on children, families, and communities. The conversation explores the need for child care centers to develop additional income streams beyond tuition. The current business model is no longer working, and there is a need to look outside the four walls of the center. The conversation also highlights the lack of funding for early childhood education compared to other forms of education. The importance of creating a healthy and safe environment for children is emphasized, as well as the need to support families and communities. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the legacy that child care providers hope to leave through their work.

Takeaways

Community involvement and giving back are important aspects of the early childhood education field.
Discovering one's passion and calling in ECE is crucial for making a meaningful impact.
Educators face challenges such as low pay and changing behaviors of children and parents.
Prioritizing self-care and finding creative ways to supplement income are essential for educators.
ECE professionals have a significant impact on children, families, and communities. Child care centers need to develop additional income streams beyond tuition to increase revenue.
Early childhood education lacks funding compared to other forms of education.
Creating a healthy and safe environment for children is crucial.
Supporting families and communities is essential for the success of child care centers.
Child care providers hope to leave a legacy of making a positive impact on children's lives.


What It's Like To Be...
What's it like to be a Cattle Rancher? FBI Special Agent? Professional Santa? Find out!

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Support the Show.

Feeling Overwhelmed by Your Childcare Center’s Day-to-Day Operations?

It’s time to get off the hamster wheel of staff turnover and enrollment challenges. Erica is hitting the road to visit childcare centers just like yours, offering expert advice and solutions to tackle your toughest issues. From hiring and team morale to strategic planning and competitive edge, we’re here to help you thrive. Let’s connect and create a vision for your center that goes beyond numbers on a spreadsheet. Contact the Childcare Director today for an introductory call and discover how we can help you make impactful changes that benefit your staff, families, and community. Let’s build something great together! 🚀📞



Website https://www.childcaredirectorschair.com/
Email: stellarbusinesconcepts1@yahoo.com
Phone 401-921-3412

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