The Everything ECE Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Kisa Marx, an extraordinary educator and childcare owner whose journey in 2023 took an unexpected turn when she began to heed the whispers of the universe.

Join us as Kisa shares her remarkable story of discovery, from her initial steps as an educator to the pivotal moment when she realized there was something more waiting for her. Through listening to the universe's cues, she unlocked a path leading to her true calling.

Through engaging anecdotes and heartfelt insights, Kisa unveils the challenges, triumphs, and revelations she encountered while navigating the world of education and childcare. Her journey encapsulates the essence of following one's intuition and aligning passions with purpose.

Tune in as Kisa Marx inspires us with her wisdom, resilience, and the profound impact of tuning into the universe to uncover one's authentic path. Whether you're an educator, childcare provider, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode promises a compelling narrative of self-discovery and finding purpose.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Kisa Marx on The Everything ECE Podcast!

Carla Ward, host of The Everything ECE Podcast, explores the vital role early childhood educators play in understanding and nurturing children's emotional development. Beginning with a discussion on emotional milestones and the impact of the pandemic, Carla emphasizes the neurological foundations of emotional regulation, involving key areas like the amygdala and prefrontal cortex. Drawing from personal experiences with children facing brain injuries, she highlights the complexity of behavior and the brain's role in decision-making. Practical strategies for supporting healthy neural pathways are shared, emphasizing dynamic learning spaces, positive interactions, resilience-building, and emotional regulation techniques. Carla encourages educators to become "emotion detectives" through observation and introduces tools that educators can use in their programs. Stressing the importance of consistent support, she underscores the long-term benefits of fostering emotional regulation in children. The episode calls for educators to adopt a brain-centered perspective.

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Carla Ward is joined by Instructional Designer and Enneagram coach, Alyssa Sanford to talk about the different Enneagram types and the personalities that they each represent. Alyssa dives into how knowing one's enneagram and that of their team members can really amplify and improve team dynamics. 

How to Work with Carla

Author and Early Childhood speaker, Stacy Benge, joins Carla Ward on the podcast this week to talk about her new book, The Whole Child Alphabet, and how educators can bring the alphabet to play and WHY it's so important. The tips she shares are perfect for when parents ask how their child is learning their alphabet in a play-based program.

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In this episode, Carla Ward interviews 3 members of the Educare team to discuss the importance of research in Early Childhood Education and a Research Agenda that they have developed in order to address the opportunity gap and truly advance racial equity.

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How to Work with Carla

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Adva Hanan joins Carla Ward to discuss the need for ECE Coaching. Adva dives into how an ECE coach can help teachers level up and find work-life balance. She shares her experiences as an educator and breaks down the qualities to look for in a coach. Tune in to gain insights on the benefits of coaching and how it can transform your teaching career.

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In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, we attempt to bust myths and raise awareness about head lice infestations — a common yet stigmatized issue. We are joined by Ilene Steinberg, also known as the Lice Queen, whose expertise in lice treatment spans over 20 years. Together, we delve into topics varying from the reasons behind itching, detection methods, to effective treatment strategies. More importantly, we discuss the social implications, emphasizing that getting lice is neither the child's fault nor a sign of uncleanliness. This episode aims to equip childhood educators, parents, and others with accurate information to calmly and effectively handle lice situations. Tune in for some essential insights and practical advice.

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Nonie Lesaux, co-founder of the Saul Zaentz Early Education Initiative, joins the podcast. Nonie shares the incredible work they are doing to revolutionize early education, from groundbreaking studies on early learning and development to a professional learning academy for leaders in the field. Nonie and their team are making waves in the world of early education. Join us as we dive into the importance of early education and the challenges we face, but also celebrate the progress that has been made in stabilizing the system. It's an episode you won't want to miss!

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How to Work with Carla

Join Carla Ward and guest, Allyx Schiavone, as they dive feet-first into the crisis in education and the urgent need for change. Without action, the situation will only worsen.

They discuss being mission-driven and Allyx shares an innovative strategy they are doing in New Haven, Connecticut, to increase ECE wages without charging parents more. Listening will definitely get your wheels turning on how to bring this strategy to your district.

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How to Work with Carla

In this episode, Carla Ward is joined by special guest Klavdija Svet. Together, they discuss the fascinating world of kindergarten education, discussing the similarities and differences they've observed across the globe. Klavdija shares the mission of Kindergartens International, which aims to globally empower early childhood educators through learning opportunities and professional development. Join Carla and Klavdija as they explore the importance of teachers as role models, the value of play-based learning, and the transformative power of exposing children to nature. Don't miss out on gaining valuable insights from this enlightening discussion. Tune in and discover the wonders of kindergarten education on a global scale!

Kindergartens International Website

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