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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
Because childcare leadership deserves a real conversation.
If you're looking for another leadership podcast filled with corporate buzzwords and theories from people who haven't stepped inside a childcare center in years... this probably isn't it.
I'm Erica Saccoccio—a multi-center childcare owner, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and podcast host who still leads in the work every single day.
This podcast is for childcare directors, daycare owners, assistant directors, preschool leaders, and…
Episodes
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Bonus: Nature, Communication, and Connection: A New Approach to Early Childhood Education
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Childcare Directors Chair podcast, host Erica sits down with Kate Glennon, an outdoor speech and language pathologist…
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Bonus :Exploring Early Education: Abby's Journey at Maine AEYC
Send us Fan Mail Join Erica from the Child Care Director Chair podcast as she wraps up day one at the Maine AEYC Conference with a delightful interview…
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Bonus :The Fascination of Early Childhood Education Maine aeyc interview
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Child Care Directors Chair podcast, host Erica speaks with Autumn Niles, a high school junior who works with preschool…
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Bonus: Empowering Maine's Youth Through Outdoor Learning
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Child Care Directors Chair podcast, Erica speaks with Courtney from Winter Kids about their mission to provide outdoor…
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Bonus: Empowering Early Childhood Education: Insights from the njaeyc conference
Send us Fan Mail Join Erica at the AEYC conference in New Jersey as she chats with Ruth Ball, a passionate preschool teacher, about the transformative power of…
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Bonus: Interviews from njaeyc conference
Send us Fan Mail This conversation explores the journey and insights of a childcare director and educator, focusing on the importance of early childhood…
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Bonus: njaeyc interrview: Charles Best on Early Childhood Innovation at Lakeshore
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Charles Best from Lakeshore, where he shares the company’s unwavering commitment to early childhood…
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Bonus: njaeyc interviews: Heart & Mind in the Classroom
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Childcare Directors Chair Podcast, host Erica Saccocio speaks with Kamesha, an experienced educator in early childhood…
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Bonus: NJAEYC interview: Sow, Grow, and Glow: DJ’s Sassy Spin on the Heart of Teaching
Send us Fan Mail Live from the NJAEYC Conference, DJ brings the laughs and the lessons! In this mini conversation, the comedian and keynote speaker shares why…
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462 Inspiring Excellence: How to Lead Your Childcare Team to Their Best
Send us Fan Mail Are you leading your childcare team — or just managing them? In this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, Erica Saccoccio dives into the…
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461 The Power of Asking: Creating a Culture Where Questions Are Welcome
Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, host Erica Saccoccio dives deep into one of the most overlooked leadership skills —…
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460 Not Ready for the Rocking Chair Yet: Reimagining What’s Next in Childcare
Send us Fan Mail 🍎 Apple Podcasts Description: You’ve built a thriving childcare career, led incredible teams, and poured your heart into your community — but…
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459 From Dreamer to Doer: The One Step That Could Change Everything
Send us Fan Mail What if the only thing standing between you and changing the world… is believing that you can? 🌎 In this powerful solo episode of The…
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458 What If You’re the One the World’s Been Waiting For?
Send us Fan Mail What if the person who changes the world isn’t someone famous — but you? In this inspiring episode, Erica Saccoccio explores how one person…
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Bouns: Behind the Scenes: The Trailblazer Experience
Send us Fan Mail Want to see what you’ve been missing behind the scenes of the Trailblazer Leadership Group? This exclusive community gives you access to…
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Bouns 50 Years of Impact: Celebrating the CDA Legacy
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Child Care Directors Chair podcast, Erica discusses the significance of the conference celebrating major milestones in…
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Bouns: Voices of the CDA: A Mother-Daughter Legacy in Education
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, Erica sits down with recent CDA graduate Tori Arnold live from the CDA Leadership…
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Bouns The Power of One Voice: Supporting Bilingual Educators Through the CDA
Send us Fan Mail In celebration of the CDA’s 50th Anniversary, The Child Care Director’s Chair honors the voices and visionaries shaping the future of early…
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Bouns: Voices of the CDA: Celebrating 50 Years with Jerletha McDonald
Send us Fan Mail As part of our CDA Council 50th Anniversary Celebration and live podcast experience at the CDA Leadership Conference, Erica is joined by the…
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457 See It, Own It, Lead It: Awareness Hacks for ECE Leaders
Send us Fan Mail Do you truly see yourself as a leader in your early childhood program—or are you moving through your days on autopilot? In this episode, we…
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456 Know Your Leadership Now: Find Your ECE Position & Elevate Your Impact
Send us Fan Mail Do you truly know where you stand as a leader in your early childhood program? In this episode, I guide you through six steps to locate your…
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455 Crush Your Roadblocks: Build a Leadership Roadmap That Works
Send us Fan Mail Are hidden roadblocks keeping you from leading your early childhood program with confidence and impact? In this episode, I break down the five…
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454 Plot Your Leadership GPS: Why Every ECE Leader Needs a Roadmap to Grow
Send us Fan Mail Feeling stuck or overwhelmed in your leadership journey? In this episode, Erica Saccoccio breaks down why having a leadership roadmap isn’t…
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453 Amplifying Leadership: Behind the Scenes at ctaeyc
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes with The Childcare Director’s Chair! Erica Saccoccio hits the floor at the ctaeyc Conference, sharing her mic with…
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453 Building Cohesion: Curriculum Tips from a New Director from ctaeyc
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes at the ctaeyc Conference with The Childcare Director’s Chair! In this live interview, Patty, a new and passionate…
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453 From Teammate to Boss Journey ctaeyc Interview with Phillis
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes at the ctaeyc Conference with The Childcare Director’s Chair! Phillis, a director who’s successfully navigated the tricky…
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453 Happy Teachers, Great Bosses: Live from ctaeyc
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes with The Childcare Director’s Chair as Erica Saccoccio and Kashonda as they record live at the ctaeyc Conference! In this…
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453 Live from ctaeyc: Brittany on Teaching & Leadership
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes with The Childcare Director’s Chair as Erica Saccoccio records live at the ctaeyc Conference! In this episode, meet…
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453 Live from ctaeyc: Self-Care Beyond the Surface
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes with The Childcare Director’s Chair as Erica Saccoccio records live at the ctaeyc Conference! In this special episode…
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453 Supporting Mental Health: Live from ctaeyc with Emmanuel Silvia
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes at the ctaeyc Conference with The Childcare Director’s Chair! In this live interview, Emmanuel Silvia shares his…
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453 ctaeyc Interview Keeping Toddlers Busy: Live Tips from the Floor
Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes at the CT AEYC Conference with The Childcare Director’s Chair! In this lively 5-minute interview, we shine a spotlight on…
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452 Drama Alert: How to Spot It and Stop It Fast
Send us Fan Mail Sick of drama taking over your childcare center? Staff gossip, parent complaints, and toxic venting can derail your team and drain your…
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451 PD That Pops: Turn Training Into an Experience, Not a Chore
Send us Fan Mail Let’s be real—sending your team to professional development only to watch it vanish the moment they clock back in is exhausting. In this…
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ep 24: The Next Level: Where Do You Go From Here?
Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio helps childcare leaders reflect on…
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ep 23: Your Leadership Legacy: What Will People Remember About Working with You?
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 23 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores the idea of leadership…
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ep 22: Leading Without Burning Out: Balancing Ambition with Rest
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 22 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares strategies for leading effectively…
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ep 21: Your Role as an Advocate: Using Your Voice for the Field and Your Community
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 21 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into the critical role childcare…
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ep 20: Spotting Future Leaders in Your Team: Passing the Torch to Emerging Leaders
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 20 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores how childcare leaders can…
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ep19: Retention Over Recruitment: Why Loyalty Beats Constant Hiring
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 19 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into one of the most powerful…
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ep18 Building a Culture People Love: Creating a Workplace That Attracts and Keeps Staff
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 18 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares strategies for creating a positive…
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ep17: Handling Parent Concerns with Grace: Navigating Complaints Without Losing Trust
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 17 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares strategies for handling parent…
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ep16 From Manager to Mentor: Shifting from Running the Floor to Growing People
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 16 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores how childcare leaders can move…
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ep15: Being Seen as a Professional: Leveling Up How Others Perceive You
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 15 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into how childcare leaders can…
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ep14: Team Motivation Boosters: Quick Strategies for Low-Morale Days
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 14 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares practical team motivation boosters…
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ep13: Time-Saving Systems: Daily Hacks to Stay Organized as a Busy Childcare Leader
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 13 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shares practical time-saving systems…
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ep12 Coaching—Unlocking Potential in Your Team
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 12 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio highlights one of the most powerful tools…
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ep11 Conflict Resolution—Turning Tension into Teamwork
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 11 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio takes on a leadership skill every…
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ep9 Decisions Under Pressure—Leading When It Counts
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 9 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio tackles one of the toughest parts of…
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ep8 Vision—Leading with Clarity and Purpose
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 8 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio explores the driving force behind every…
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ep7 Resilience—Your Leadership Superpower
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 7 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio shines a spotlight on one of the most…
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ep6 The Power of No: Protect Yourself and Your Team
Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like your to-do list controls you instead of the other way around? In this episode of 24 Podcasts in 24 Hours, Erica Saccoccio gets…
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ep5 Feedback that Fuels Growth: Giving and Receiving with Confidence
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 5 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio takes on a skill that makes or breaks…
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ep4 Communication That Counts: Listening, Speaking & Truly Connecting
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 4 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio dives into the cornerstone of strong…
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ep3 Self-Awareness: Leading with Strengths and Owning Your Gaps
Send us Fan Mail Episode 3 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day is all about a leader’s secret weapon: self-awareness. Erica…
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ep2 Core Values: Defining What You Stand For as a Leader
Send us Fan Mail In Episode 2 of our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day, Erica Saccoccio takes you into the heart of…
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ep1 The Foundations of Emerging Leadership: Where Your Journey Begins
Send us Fan Mail Kicking off our 24 podcasts in 24 hours marathon for International Podcast Day! 🎉 In this very first episode of the Childcare Director’s…
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450 Showing Up on the Hard Days: How to Lead Staff Through the “I’m Not Feeling It” Moments
Send us Fan Mail Every childcare professional has those days — the ones where the energy just isn’t there. But the children are still counting on us, and the…
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449 Making PD Stick: How to Get Your Staff to Actually Use What They Learn
Send us Fan Mail We’ve all been there—you send out professional development resources, but your staff don’t implement them. On this episode of the Childcare…
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448 Scaling Up Without Burning Out: Visionary Leadership for Growing Businesses
Send us Fan Mail Hey everyone! On this episode of the Childcare Director’s Chair Podcast, we’re diving into the real challenges of growing your childcare…
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447 Breaking Free from the Imposter Trap
Send us Fan Mail “In yesterday's episode, we unpacked why so many childcare directors and leaders secretly feel like imposters, even when they’re doing amazing…