The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
🎙️ The Child Care Director’s Chair – Where Big Dreams and Bigger Leadership Collide!
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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
232 - Grow Your Team with the Power of a CDA
In this episode of "The Childcare Director’s Chair," we are honored to host Dr. Calvin Moore, the CEO of the Council for Professional Recognition. Dr. Moore will share his insights on how early childhood leaders can grow their teams and expand their impact by equipping teachers with the tools they need to become more professional. We will also explore the significant impact of including male teachers in childcare centers and how this strategy can enhance your program’s influence on families, children, and communities. Join us for a compelling conversation on professional development, team building, and the transformative role of male educators in early childhood education.
Summary
In this episode of the Child Care Director's Chair podcast, host Erica Saccoccio interviews Dr. Calvin Moore, the interim CEO at the Council for Professional Recognition. They discuss the importance of investing in professional development for early childhood educators, the impact of male educators in the field, and creating an inclusive and supportive environment in childcare programs. Dr. Moore also shares insights into the work being done at the Council to streamline the CDA process and support directors.
Takeaways
- Investing in professional development for teachers leads to more effective and impactful childcare programs.
- Male educators bring a different perspective and tone to the classroom, impacting behavior management and social skills development.
- Creating an inclusive and supportive environment in childcare programs involves being intentional about diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as providing opportunities for self-care and wellness.
- The Council for Professional Recognition is working on re-imagining the CDA process to make it more candidate-centric and user-friendly.
- States with quality rating systems and funding support for professional development tend to have more applicants for the CDA program.
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