S01 - Ep. 1: Educator Empowerment and Engagement

The first episode focuses on the most important thing about early childhood education, and that is the educators. We want to give a special shout out to all the Early Childhood Educators and this episode is dedicated to all ECEs.

In this episode, Susie Beghin interviews Anisha Angella, an early childhood education coach and trainer, about educator engagement. They discuss the struggles that early childhood educators face, such as burnout and lack of creativity, especially in the context of the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Anisha provides strategies for educators to improve engagement, including reconnecting with their why, creating a supportive team dynamic, and finding joy in the small moments. They also touch on the importance of leaders and parents supporting educators and the need for work-life harmony.

In the second segment, Susie reflects on educator engagement and provides tips and strategies on how to deal with feelings of dysregulation or stress. She discusses her self-regulation techniques using the acronym: F-A-C-E, which has helped her to feel grounded and to really experience joy.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:04 Welcome Special Guest: Anisha Angela

03:06 Struggles of Educators: Burnout, Lack of Creativity, Impact of COVID-19

07:55 Strategies for Educator Engagement: Embracing a New Norm after COVID-19, Create a Culture of Appreciation

11:35 Reconnecting with Your Why, Find your Spark, Leaving a Legacy

14:34 Team Dynamic, Workplace Harmony

17:15 Leaders Support Educators, Working with Parents as a Team

20:20 Finding Joy in Small Moments

22:59 Self-Regulation and Stress Management Techniques for Educators

Special Guest: Anisha Angella is an Early Childhood Education (ECE) coach and expert who has been in the industry for over 14+ years. She is the CEO and Founder of her business, "The Early Childhood Coach + Co" — a powerhouse for all things childcare consulting, coaching, and training. Instagram: @anishaangella.co
Facebook: @AnishaAngella.co
Youtube: @Anisha Angella - YouTube

Website: www.anishaangellabooks.ca

General Email: [e-mail]

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