Working in the childcare industry, I faced a few challenges with employers engaging in wage theft. Businesses and organizations that withheld wages from an employee is considered wage theft. In this mini-episode, you will learn how to advocate for yourself and potentially won back your unpaid wages. Don't forget to share this episode with a colleague or friend. #childcare #childdevelopment #educator #wages #unpaidwages #wagetheft #daycare #childcareproviders Warmly, April Jones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/message ..read more

Burnout is one of the leading factors in people leaving the early childhood education industry in record numbers. Establishing safe spaces for child care professionals is vital in sustaining our industry. In this episode, you will learn the positive impact of creating retreat spaces for early care professionals for your child development center. #childcare #daycare #educators #teachers #administrators #ECEdirectors #ECE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/message ..read more

Greetings Child Care Professionals, Studies has shown that people are who decide to change their mindset will change their life.Listen to this podcast episode and repeat the affirmations to equip you for your day. #childcare #daycare #educators #teachers #eceproviders #forestpreschools #infantteachers #prekteachers #preschools --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/support ..read more

Considering our current childcare climate, we need our staff to feel appreciated more than ever. In this episode, I've highlighted a few ideas for you to get started to create a holiday extravaganza in your center. #childcare #daycare #educators #ecedirectors  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/support ..read more

Teaching Pre-K children for almost nine years, I've learned more than a few lessons along the way. You'll hear a few classroom management strategies that will keep you from pulling all strands of your hair out. Overall, I'd experienced a rewarding career but I've had my challenges as well. As an educator or ECE professional, you need to have professional protection when it comes to your career. NAEYC National Association for the Education of Young Children offers professional liability insurance through their member insurance program whether you are an in-person or virtual educator or an ECE p ..read more

When I think about nature, I reflect on the natural surroundings of solitude, discovery, and awareness. Therapy can be the great horizon of discovering another evolution of oneself and it doesn't have to happen within four walls. Let's dive in and hear insight about how you can explore nature with your child/ren whether it's on a playground, backyard, or forest setting. Don't forget like, share and subscribe. Click here for more resources https://linktr.ee/Birthtolife5 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/message Support this podcast: https://podcas ..read more

Have you ever thought about having a nanny in this current climate? More than ever, we have individuals deciding to leave the education field or simply want to transition into nannying into full or part-time nannying. Oftentimes, we need helpful tools that will secure a wonderful addition to our family. This episode can be helpful in having long-term success without reaching out to a recruiter just yet. If you want to provide a quality experience for your family, check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/april-jones2/message Support this podcast: https ..read more

The pandemic has forever changed the child care landscape and we need fresh tools to help us succeed. More than ever, we are facing a dilemma with staffing issues and keeping up with the school's overhead cost. Colleges and universities across the world are realizing that more people are not majoring in education and seeing a steady decline in enrollment. But all is not lost, there are some people who feel that education particularly child care is something that they to pursue. Yes, the competition is steep but we need a new roadmap to only retain our best and brightest but attract those as we ..read more

Back in 2006, I became a teacher in the Georgia Lottery Pre-K program and spent nearly a decade educating older preschoolers. Little did I know how much my life would change for the better. I've learned that this play-based model can have lasting positive outcomes through adulthood. Not only did the research impact me tremendously, I saw firsthand how early learners can experience a transformative journey through learning. From children attending private preschools and early learners experiencing school for the first time, I saw the evolution of how a developmentally appropriate program can de ..read more

Working in childcare, I'll guarantee that you'll face some type of adversity whether it's with a parent, educator, and community stakeholder. When communicating with someone even in conflict, we can address the situation while leaving a person with dignity and integrity with our organizations. Sticking to the facts and not resulting in personal attacks is key in handling matters concerning work habits and culture. This podcast is for anyone who has a listening ear and wants to build cohesive individuals who believe in the value of high-quality early care education. --- Send in a voice message ..read more