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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast

Erica Saccoccio

🎙️ The Child Care Director’s Chair – Where Big Dreams and Bigger Leadership Collide! Ready to level up your child care career? Whether you"re a teacher assistant dreaming of that lead teacher badge, a lead ready to snag that director title, or a director with your sights set on owning your own center (or multiple ones 👀)—this is your seat at the table. And spoiler alert: leadership isn’t a title, it’s an action.Hosted by the one and only Erica Saccoccio—part coach, part cheerleader, and full-time

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9:51

Big Conference Announcement: The Early Education...

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2026/03/09

Send a text We are so excited to share a big announcement for this year’s Early Education Empowerment Conference in Rhode Island! This year we are proudly partnering with members of our local Spanish-speaking community to make this experience even more inclusive and welcoming for everyone in the early childhood field. To help ensure every educator feels comfortable participating, we will have a Spanish-speaking translator available at registration and several conference sessions will include ...

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539 Spark Joy in Your Team: Creating a Culture of Fun...

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2026/03/09

Send a text This week on The Childcare Director’s Chair, we’re kicking off a special series all about sparking joy in your team and creating a culture of fun and engagement! I chose this series because I’m heading to Tennessee next week to speak on this topic at the NCCA & NECPA National Leadership Conference on March 19 at the one and only The Peabody Memphis. If you’re attending, stop by and say hello! The podcast will be recording throughout the day with speakers, vendors, and educator...

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538 Replay Is a Growth Strategy: Why Listening Again...

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2026/03/04

Send a text What if the breakthrough you’re looking for isn’t in a new episode… but in one you’ve already heard? In a world obsessed with new content, we often overlook the power of repetition. But growth doesn’t come from constant consumption — it comes from integration. In this powerful replay, we unpack why hitting replay is not going backwards — it’s going deeper. You’ll learn: Why growth comes from integration, not just informationHow replay helps you hear lessons differently as you evol...

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28:11

537 The Power of Playful Leadership

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2026/02/26

Send a text What does it mean to lead with playfulness? In this episode, Erica sits down with Play Coaches Wendy and Dani to explore how joy, curiosity, and creativity can transform leadership. They share practical insights on building connection, modeling resilience, and creating environments where teams thrive — all without sacrificing results. Want to learn more about Wendi and Dani visit there website at theplaycoaches.org to connect with their work. And join us at the Early Education Emp...

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23:44

536 HR Is Not the Enemy: How to Lead, Hire, and...

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2026/02/25

Send a text From navigating today’s ever-changing workforce climate to building a people-first culture that actually works, Tameenah Adams breaks down why strong internal leadership isn’t optional — it’s the secret sauce. They dive into clear policies (yes, they matter), smarter hiring, staff retention, and why prioritizing employee well-being isn’t “extra”… it’s essential. If you’re tired of burnout, turnover drama, and outdated leadership advice, this episode is your wake-up call. Because w...

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32:02

535 Mentorship Matters: Building Confidence, Clarity...

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2026/02/23

Send a text What if the key to reducing burnout, building confidence, and strengthening retention in early childhood education wasn’t working harder—but finding the right mentor? In this powerful episode of the Child Care Director’s Chair Podcast, Erica sits down with Carrie Drake to unpack the true impact of mentorship in our field. Carrie introduces her transformative Peace Framework, built on four essential pillars: Expectations, Accountability, Communication, and Evaluation—a practical ro...

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534 Unstoppable: Your Leadership, Your Dreams, Your...

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2026/02/20

Send a text This episode is a bold reminder that your growth as an early childhood leader matters. If you’ve been thinking about expanding your childcare center, launching a new program, stepping into leadership beyond the classroom, or increasing your impact in early childhood education, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting and start moving. We dive into leadership mindset, personal growth, and what it really takes to act on the vision you keep coming back to. You’ll reflect ...

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533 Your Leadership Has a Ceiling—Break It

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2026/02/19

Send a text Your leadership sets the ceiling for your center’s success. In this episode of the Childcare Directors Chair Podcast, we explore how awareness, skills, and intentional choices determine your leadership capacity. Learn how to identify what’s holding you back, expand your abilities, and make small but powerful changes that unlock your full potential as an early childhood leader. Join Us in RI Grab Your Ticket Here: Purchase Tickets! – Early Childhood Education Empow...

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9:42

532 You Made It… Now What?

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2026/02/18

Send a text Running a childcare center is no small feat—you’ve built something incredible, but leading it long-term requires more than just keeping things running. In this episode of the Childcare Directors Chair Podcast, we explore why investing in yourself as a leader is just as important as investing in your classrooms. From strengthening your team and improving morale to making strategic decisions and planning for the future, your growth directly shapes the success and sustainability of y...

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531 From Chicago Classrooms to Active Alphabet:...

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2026/02/17

Send a text What happens when a Pre-K teacher decides worksheets just aren’t cutting it anymore? In this energizing episode of the Childcare Directors Chair Podcast, we sit down with Patrick, founder of Active Alphabet, to talk about how a classroom in Chicago sparked a movement-based literacy revolution. As a Pre-K teacher, Patrick saw firsthand what so many early childhood educators experience — young children being asked to sit still, trace letters, and complete worksheets that didn’t matc...

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530 Capturing the Moments That Matter: Reimagining...

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2026/02/16

Send a text What if classroom observations became a bridge instead of a burden? In this episode of the Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica welcomes Meg and Anders from Famly to discuss how thoughtful documentation strengthens relationships between educators and families. They explore how intuitive technology makes it easy to capture milestones, celebrate progress, and keep everyone connected to a child’s learning journey. Tune in to discover why effective observation systems aren’t just about ...

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529 Pivot or Get Left Behind: Strategic Planning That...

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2026/02/13

Send a text The pandemic forced childcare leaders to react fast—but reacting isn’t the same as leading. In this episode of the Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica sits down with Joe Pinsonneault to talk about why strategic planning is no longer optional in childcare—it’s survival. They break down what it really means to pivot in today’s early education landscape, how to move past the pandemic mindset, and why data, accountability, and stakeholder buy-in matter more than ever. Joe shares practi...

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528 No Time, No Breaks, No Energy? Time Management...

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2026/02/12

Send a text If your prep time disappears, your lunch is rushed (or skipped), and you’re taking work home again, this episode is for you. Erica is joined by Adva Hanan to talk directly to classroom teachers about the real-time management struggles no one prepares you for. This honest conversation breaks down practical strategies teachers can actually use—setting boundaries in the classroom, creating focused planning time, managing the never-ending demands of the day, and finding space for self...

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527 When Behavior Speaks: What Children Need Us to Hear

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2026/02/11

Send a text Challenging behavior isn’t about defiance, discipline, or “bad kids”—it’s communication. In this episode of the Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica sits down with Yolanda Richey to unpack what educators often get wrong about behavior and why managing behavior isn’t the same as truly guiding it. Together, they explore how strong relationships, intentional language, and emotionally aware adults can completely shift classroom dynamics. This conversation dives into the role of language...

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29:18

526 Not a Box to Check: Designing an Eclectic...

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2026/02/10

Send a text What happens when we stop picking sides in early childhood education and start designing with intention? In this episode of the Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica sits down with Susan Zoll to spill the real tea on eclectic curriculum design—pulling powerful elements from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and beyond to meet children exactly where they are. Susan brings her deep experience and research-based insights to the table, unpacking how developmentally appropriate practice, thought...

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11:22

524 Stop Training, Start Transforming: How to Make...

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2026/02/10

Send a text You’ve trained your staff—but are the skills actually sticking? On this episode of Childcare Director’s Chair, we’re talking about how to turn training into transformation. I’ll share real-life strategies to keep skills alive in daily routines, use peer coaching and mini-huddles effectively, recognize wins to build staff confidence, and create a culture that reinforces learning every day. If you want your team to not just know it, but own it, this episode is packed with practical ...

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525 When Every Second Counts: Emergency Safety in...

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2026/02/09

Send us a text Emergencies in childcare can happen in a heartbeat—but how prepared are you really? In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica Saccoccio chats with Stephen Westbrook from Vine Alert about turning panic into preparedness. They break down the gaps in emergency communication, share how Vine Alert empowers staff, and reveal practical tips to keep children calm and parents confident when it matters most. Every childcare leader needs this conversation—because saf...

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523 Stop Talking, Start Teaching: Methods That Make...

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2026/02/05

Send us a text Are your staff meetings leaving you frustrated—and your team stuck in the same place week after week? On this episode of Childcare Director’s Chair, we’re diving into how to teach adults new skills that actually stick. You’ll hear practical strategies, real childcare examples, and Chair-style insights to help you: Turn meetings into skill-building sessionsUse modeling, practice, reflection, and peer learningAvoid common pitfalls that keep training from workingThis episode is pa...

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522 You’re Not Repeating Yourself—You’re Teaching Adults

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2026/02/04

Send us a text If you’ve ever walked out of a staff meeting thinking, “I explained this… why are we still struggling?” —this episode is for you. In this episode of Childcare Director’s Chair, we’re diving into a truth every childcare owner and director needs to hear: teaching adults is different than teaching children. We talk about why staff training doesn’t always stick, how adults actually learn, and the small but powerful shifts leaders can make in training and communication to create bet...

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521 Leadership in Motion: The Power of Who We Lift

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2026/02/03

Send us a text Leadership doesn’t always announce itself. It often shows up in quiet choices, shared responsibility, and the way we show up for others. In this reflective solo episode, we explore leadership as something lived out alongside people and carried on behalf of others. This conversation invites listeners to pause, reflect, and consider the lasting impact of leading with intention, care, and purpose. This episode is lovingly dedicated to the founding members of the Trail Blazer Group...

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