In this podcast episode, you will learn about the different types of books that could be great additions to your new or reinvented library. Don't forget to support your local library to develop your child's library. Connecting with your local neighborhood or community to inspire a book swap can create another avenue for building your kids' library. Share this with a podcast lover and follow me on Instagram @birthtolife5.

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

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.

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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.

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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.

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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 professional. This protection is needed as a professional through a yearly membership fee. For more resources, click here https://linktr.ee/Birthtolife5  

Warmly,

April Jones

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

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!

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 well. I've experienced firsthand how a Director saw my untapped potential which led to opportunities that otherwise would have been dormant. When thinking about your child development center, ponder on what's needed, who can accomplish it, and advertise for it. With greater reason, we must develop our employee's untapped potential like never before. You'll need a notebook or laptop to jot down all the ideas that will come to fruition while listening to this podcast. If you would like to reach out for questions or connection, please click here for my website https://linktr.ee/Birthtolife5

Warmly,

April Jones