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Listen along for bite-sized insights surrounding quality program practices. Led by the dedicated STARS Coaches from Community Connections for Children, serving ELRC Regions 8, 9, & 10, this podcast is your go-to source for early learning and child development information and resources.
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Working with young children and families is meaningful, rewarding, and impactful work, but it can also be emotionally demanding. Compassion fatigue occurs when the ongoing stress of caring for others, supporting families through challenges, and responding to the needs of children begins to take an emotional toll. Over time, this can leave early childhood professionals feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected, or less able to offer the empathy and patience they once felt came naturally.In this episode of Quest for Quality, Steph Spitz explores compassion fatigue, how it can show up in our personal and professional lives, and why recognizing the signs matters. Listeners will gain insight into the importance of self-awareness, healthy boundaries, and self-care strategies that support well-being and help us continue showing up for the children, families, and colleagues who depend on us.
Every conversation you have as a leader has the power to shape your program's culture. In this episode, we'll discover why choosing curiosity over quick advice can empower teachers, deepen trust, and create lasting positive change for the children and families we serve.
In this episode of Quest for Quality, we introduce the dedicated professionals who make up our ELRC team and explain the unique role each person plays. You'll learn what each position does, when to reach out, and how we're here to support you every step of the way. Think of this episode as your roadmap to navigating the many resources available through your ELRC.
Jen DeStephano, a Quality Coach and Barb Green, a Start Up Coach discuss some ways to improve business practices in home-based child care. You will find marketing strategies, information for filing taxes, record keeping tips, plus a whole lot more. The Civitas web address is https://www.civstrat.com/
Why does one child seek constant movement while another covers their ears during everyday activities? Just as adults experience and respond to sensory input differently, children have unique sensory preferences and needs, too. In this episode, we explore common sensory disruptions and how they may impact children's behavior, learning, and interactions. We'll discuss practical strategies for recognizing and interpreting sensory cues, helping you better understand what children may be communicating through their actions. You'll also learn ways to identify when additional supports or interventions may be beneficial. Join us for a conversation filled with insights and tools to help you create responsive environments that support every child's sensory needs.
In this episode, we explore the benefits of risky play and why opportunities for challenge, exploration, and manageable risk are so important for children’s development and regulation of their nervous systems. We discuss the six elements of risky play, simple ways to begin incorporating risky play in an ECE classroom, and practical tools to support implementation. This conversation is led by two of our STARS coaches after completing the Embracing Risky Play course through Canada's Outdoor Learning School and Store and facilitating a provider community of practice focused on risky play. Be sure to check out this Benefit Risk Assessment template to help you get started, or reach out to Rhea Simmons (Quality Coach), Barb Green (Start-Up Coach), or Elizabeth Marcello (Outdoor Learning Coach) for support.
Thinking about creating a Conscious Discipline Safe Place in your classroom—or refreshing the one you already have? This episode explores why Safe Places matter, what to include, and how to use them effectively to support emotional regulation, connection, and learning in the classroom.
In early childhood education, we know relationships are the heart of children’s learning—but what about the relationships between leaders and teachers? In this episode, we explore how strong connections with staff are just as essential as those with children. Through practical strategies and reflective insights, we look at how directors can build trust, encourage positive noticing among colleagues, and create a culture where educators feel supported, valued, and inspired in their work.
Listen along for bite-sized insights surrounding quality program practices. Led by the dedicated STARS Coaches from Community Connections for Children, serving ELRC Regions 8, 9, & 10, this podcast is your go-to source for early learning and child development information and resources.
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