From Teachers to Administrators: Navigating Child Care Challenges

Summary:

In this episode of CareCast, Kelly is chatting with her work bestie and fellow child care professional, Morgan Smoke. They talk about their friendship, their journey in the field, and the challenges they face as administrators. They also touch on the importance of hiring the right staff, keeping everyone happy, and the high standards in child care. They share stories about their roles as educators turned mothers and the different strengths they bring to their positions. The episode ends with a game of Two Truths and a Lie, where they share child care-related facts about themselves.

Takeaways:

• The child care industry requires dedicated and passionate individuals who can handle the challenges of the job.
• Hiring the right staff is crucial for the success of a child care center.
• Balancing the happiness of teachers, parents, and children is a constant challenge in child care.
• Educators turned mothers often have higher expectations and worries about their own children's development.
• Different individuals have different strengths in child care, and pairing them up can lead to a well-functioning center.