Classroom Educator

Coach’s Corner: Traditions

For many people, the month of December tends to be a time of reflection. The current year is ending, a new year is about to begin, and the holidays can bring about lots of emotions. This can lead to thinking of the past and feelings of nostalgia. One of the ways we connect with the … Read more

Coach’s Corner: Storytelling

Have you ever stopped to think about the concept of storytelling? So many of our interactions involve telling each other stories. These stories can be personal anecdotes, funny or interesting things we have heard, warnings or cautionary tales and more. Storytelling is a fascinating piece of the human experience.

Coach’s Corner: Continuous Quality Improvement

Throughout the field of early childhood education, we hear the term “continuous quality improvement” often. But what exactly does that term mean? Continuous quality improvement (CQI) is used across a variety of disciplines. The concept originated in the business and health care fields. Study.com defines CQI as, “a management philosophy used to better their processes.” … Read more

Coach’s Corner: Provider Wellness

It is no secret to anyone working in the field of early care and education that child care is a demanding job. Many educators work long hours that often extend after the children have gone home. Burnout is always a concern in our field. But what happens when you combine the typical stresses of the … Read more