In this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Aronisha Mickell to discuss teacher pay and compensation from the perspective of a childcare director and owner. Aronisha shares the challenges directors face in balancing budgets, providing fair wages, and keeping centers running smoothly. They explore the tough decisions owners have to make, the realities behind low pay, and what can be done to create better pay structures while still maintaining a successful business. Tune in for a real, behind-the-scenes look at the complexities of paying teachers what they’re worth!