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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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10:12

482 Calm in the Candy-Cane Chaos: Your Holiday Rush...

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2025/12/01

Send us a text The holidays are here, and so is the chaos! In this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, Erica shares her essential survival guide for staying grounded, organized, and joy-filled during December’s whirlwind. From supporting overstimulated children to keeping your teachers energized and protecting your own sanity, this episode gives you practical, real-world strategies to navigate the busiest season in childcare. If you’re juggling events, parent expectations, glitte...

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480 Don’t Hibernate! 10 Ways to Crush January Enrollment

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2025/11/28

Send us a text Ready to turn January inquiries into full classrooms? In this episode, Erica shares 10 practical, proven tips to capture every lead and turn them into enrolled families. From mastering your follow-up, refreshing your tours, and creating urgency without pressure, to polishing your first impressions and leveraging marketing updates, you’ll learn exactly how to make the most of the post-holiday enrollment surge. Whether it’s reconnecting with cold leads, engaging your community, o...

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18:24

478 Pour the Gravy and the Gratitude: A Thanksgiving...

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2025/11/27

Send us a text Ater finally getting over a stubborn cold and rolling straight into all the pre–Turkey Day prep (because in ECE, the work never slows down—cold or no cold), Erica jumps on the mic to talk directly to early childhood leaders about gratitude, giving, and finding joy in the middle of everyday operations. Between enrollment, staffing, lesson plans, family questions, and holiday prep, it’s easy to forget to pause and appreciate the good… including yourself. And in true Erica fashion...

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479 Thanksgiving Mix-Up & a Massive VIP Giveaway!...

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2025/11/27

Send us a text Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Today’s episode is full of gratitude, real-life laughs, and a HUGE surprise for my amazing listeners. Yes… I accidentally released yesterday’s episode on the wrong date (cold-season chaos!), and yes… I even put the outro music in the intro. But if there’s one thing we childcare leaders do well, it’s pivot with grace and humor! To make it up to you — and to celebrate the 16 listeners who tuned in the second the episode dropped — I’m doubling my givea...

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478 Gratitude in Leadership: A Thanksgiving Special...

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2025/11/27

Send us a text This Thanksgiving week, Erica Saccoccio dives into the power of gratitude as a leadership strategy for childcare directors and early childhood educators. Learn how noticing wins, acknowledging effort, and reflecting on successes can transform your culture, boost team morale, strengthen relationships with families, and set your program up for a strong start to the new year. In this episode, Erica shares actionable tips to expand perspective, energize your team, build resil...

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16:23

Hot Cocoa, Checklists & Happy Kids: Winter Ready

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2025/11/26

Send us a text Winter is coming… and so are snowstorms, sniffles, and frosty floors! ❄️ In this episode of Childcare Directors Chair, Erica Saccoccio shares practical tips to keep your center running smoothly all winter long. Learn how to prep classrooms for cold-weather fun, keep staff morale high when energy is low, communicate clearly with families, and handle snowstorms and winter emergencies like a pro (New England directors, this one’s for you!). Stick around till the end for a Thanksgi...

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15:53

476 Finish the Year Strong — Your Leadership Game...

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2025/11/25

Send us a text In this episode of the Childcare Director’s Chair Podcast, Erica Saccoccio breaks down exactly how childcare leaders can close out the year with clarity, confidence, and momentum. Instead of coasting through December, Erica shows you how to use this season to sharpen your systems, elevate your culture, and prepare your team for a stronger year ahead. You’ll learn the five leadership moves that help directors finish the year strong — from tightening daily routines to evaluating ...

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475 A Year in Review: What 2025 Taught Us About...

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2025/11/24

Send us a text In this powerful end-of-year episode, Erica Saccoccio takes you through a grounded, honest reflection of 2025 and the leadership lessons that shaped the childcare field this year. This isn’t a surface-level recap — it’s a deep dive into who you’ve become as a leader, what truly worked in your program, and where your growth is calling you next. Erica walks you step-by-step through five core leadership practices including claiming your wins, identifying costly blind spots, streng...

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15:39

475 Launch to Impact: Dr. Kenna Rush Mosley on...

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2025/11/20

Send us a text Dr. Kenna Rush Mosley breaks down her book Launch to Impact and shares her leadership framework for emerging leaders. We dive into the biggest missteps—avoiding accountability, dodging hard conversations, and leading without clear standards—and explore how to step boldly into leadership and make real impact. To hear more from Dr. Rush Mosley and other inspiring leaders, join us at the Early Education Empowerment Conference, May 7–9 at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, RI. Get ...

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9:23

474 Refill Your Cup, Sis — Rest Is a Leadership Strategy

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2025/11/18

Send us a text You can’t pour from an empty cup — and yet, so many of us in childcare leadership keep trying! In this episode, Erica breaks down why rest isn’t lazy — it’s leadership. From battling burnout to reclaiming your “why,” this conversation will help you shift from surviving to thriving. Learn five powerful strategies to protect your energy, model balance for your team, and refuel your passion for the work you love. It’s time to stop earning your rest and start scheduling it. Becau...

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473 No, is a Complete Sentence! Stop Being a Doormat,...

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2025/11/17

Send us a text Directors, listen up — saying no doesn’t make you mean, it makes you a leader. Too many of us spend our days exhausted, stressed, and stretched thin because we think every request has to be a “yes.” In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica talks about why boundaries are your secret leadership superpower and how saying no can actually make your “yes” more powerful. You’ll learn: ✅ How to set boundaries without guilt ✅ Why saying no helps your team grow ...

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472 Do You Even Know You? Finding Your Direction...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text Let’s get real for a minute — how can you lead others if you don’t really know yourself? 🤔 In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, we’re diving deep into self-awareness — the secret ingredient to powerful, authentic leadership. Because when you know who you are, why you make the choices you do, and what truly brings you joy, you don’t just lead better — you live better. We’ll unpack the tough questions every childcare leader and teacher should be asking: ...

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471 Stop Running on Autopilot: Be Intentional, Baby!

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2025/11/13

Send us a text Are you working hard… but not really going anywhere? Yeah, I’ve been there too. 🙋‍♀️ In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, we’re getting real about what it actually means to be intentional — not just busy. I’m sharing a powerful lesson I learned from John Maxwell’s 15 Laws of Growth that completely changed how I show up as a leader, a mom, and a human being. Spoiler alert: growth doesn’t just happen — you’ve got to plan it, protect it, and pursue it. So, let me

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470 Conferences, Community & a Little Bit of Therapy 🫶🎧

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2025/11/12

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, Erica reflects on 35 incredible days spent traveling to AEYC conferences across the Northeast — from Connecticut to New Jersey, Maine, and Massachusetts — connecting with early childhood leaders who are making a difference every single day. From the joy of meeting longtime listeners to witnessing educators like Maris celebrate 50 years of impact, Erica shares powerful reminders about the strength of community and the real meaning of leadership in earl...

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Bonus :AI Meets Early Childhood: Are You Ready to...

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2025/11/12

Send us a text In this episode of the Child Care Director's Share podcast, Erica interviews Malik, a vendor at the New Jersey AEYC conference, who discusses his innovative AI tool designed to enhance engagement and retention in childcare settings. The conversation explores the importance of storytelling in education, the challenges of funding, and the future aspirations for integrating technology in early childhood education. Support the show We invite you to join our community of dedicate...

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Honoring Heroes: Veterans Day and Community Impact in...

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2025/11/11

Send us a text In this heartfelt Veterans Day episode, Erica Saccoccio sits down with Karen, Director of the Dear to Dream Ranch in Rhode Island, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans. They explore the journey of healing, the importance of teaching children to give back, and how acts of kindness can shape both young hearts and the broader community. Tune in for inspiring stories, practical ways to instill compassion in children, and insights into the powerful impact of servic...

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Bonus: Teamwork, Growth, Impact—Are You In? njaeyc...

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2025/11/10

Send us a text In this episode of the Child Care Directors Chair podcast, Erica and Amber discuss the essential qualities of effective leadership in education, the importance of team building, and the role of observations and assessments in fostering student growth. Amber shares her experiences and insights from her presentation at the njaeyc 80th anniversary conference, emphasizing the need for collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in educational practices. The conversation a...

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Bonus Evolution of Early Childhood Education njaeyc...

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2025/11/07

Send us a text In this episode of the Child Care Directors Share Podcast, host Erica speaks with Cindy Tera Bush, a fellow educator and podcaster, about her journey in early childhood education. They discuss the evolution of Cindy's career from teacher to director to podcaster, the challenges and rewards of navigating career transitions, and the importance of community engagement and advocacy in the field. Cindy shares her insights on embracing change, the power of podcasting, and the obligat...

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Bonus: The Role of Environmental Education Nature in...

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2025/11/06

Send us a text In this episode of the Child Care Directors Chair podcast, Erica speaks with Hannah from Earth Friends about the importance of environmental education in early childhood. They discuss how to integrate nature into classroom learning, the significance of fostering environmental stewardship in young learners, and the positive impact humans can have on nature. The conversation emphasizes the need for educators to teach children about their environment and instill a sense of respons...

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Bonus- Building Brains Through Conversation njaeyc...

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2025/11/05

Send us a text In this episode of the Child Care Directors Chair podcast, host Erica speaks with Lewis from LENA, a nonprofit focused on early childhood development. They discuss the importance of conversation in shaping children's brains, the role of strengths-based coaching for educators, and the significance of listening in leadership. Lewis shares insights from his experiences at the njaeyc conference, emphasizing the value of networking and community in education. The conversation highli...

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