Early childhood educators have an incredibly important job. They are entrusted with young minds and are expected to help guide them in many areas of development. Parents trust that when…
HiMama Academy: Course Catalog
HiMama Academy is a new self-paced, online professional development portal designed to elevate early childhood educators through a wide range of engaging, high-quality training courses. HiMama Academy learners receive IACET-certified Continuing Education…
Using shaving cream for engaging classroom activities
“IT’S SO FLUFFY!” a preschooler once said in my classroom with a delighted shriek. He was reacting to a shaving cream sensory bin – and what a relatable reaction it…
How quality early education can close wealth, wellness, and class gaps [Podcast]
This week on The Preschool Podcast, we are honored to have Senate Alexander join us to talk about how quality early childhood education can close wealth, wellness, and class gaps….
Nurturing positivity and confidence in our educators
Caring for those that lead from the front of the classroom is essential. We want our educators to feel confident, exhilarated, and positive about teaching. If students are going to…
How to manage your childcare center budget (with a free excel template)
Love it or loathe it, one of the most important parts of running a daycare is maintaining a balanced budget. No matter how great of a service you provide, if…
Using the classroom as an assessment tool
As an educator, documenting the developmental progress of the children in your classroom is typically a daily occurrence. A lot of thought and planning goes into the activities, books, and…
Having a growth mindset to cultivate a positive workplace culture
In a recent webinar, we welcomed Ellen Drolette, educator and Founder of Positive Spin, LLC! Ellen dove into the biggest factors that are impacting staff burnout today, and how to…
Health and wellness tips for educators
Health and wellness should be a priority for all individuals. Every person needs access to resources that will help them develop a healthy mindset and feel balanced in all aspects…
How to simplify your child care center billing process
As a childcare center Director, you wear many hats and take on a plethora of responsibilities throughout each day. You often get pulled into classrooms to deal with extenuating circumstances…
