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Sheika Petteway
6 days ago
Guiding Growth: Positive Strategies for Responding to Challenging Behaviors in Early Childhood Education
“Challenging behaviors are growth opportunities. Support children with calm, structure, and communication to guide their development.”
How to Stay Inspired and Avoid Burnout as a Childcare Professional
"Avoid burnout as a childcare professional! Discover 10 strategies to stay inspired, prioritize self-care, and thrive in your role."
Sheika Petteway
Dec 30, 2024
30 Critical Steps to Close Out the Year Strong in Your Childcare Center
"Ensure compliance, safety, and organization with these must-do tasks for childcare directors to close out the year strong!"
Sheika Petteway
Dec 20, 2024
From Hello to Goodbye: Building Connections During Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Set the tone for brighter days! Discover tips to create meaningful connections during drop-off and pick-up in early childhood centers.
Elite Team of Educators
Dec 17, 2024
Why Early Childhood Educators Should Prioritize Training This Holiday Season
Give yourself the gift of growth! Save 15% on training courses this Christmas season. Use code XMAS at checkout. Valid thru 12/28/24.
Elite Team of Educators
Dec 5, 2024
Lights, Music, Action! A Step-by-Step Guide to Christmas Program Success
Plan a memorable Christmas program for your childcare center with our step-by-step guide for early educators and leaders!
Sheika Petteway
Nov 26, 2024
Leading the Way: Strategies for Building Resilient Early Childhood Education Teams
Discover strategies to build resilient early childhood teams through trust, collaboration, and growth-focused leadership.
Elite Team of Educators
Nov 20, 2024
Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals Just for You: Investing in Early Childhood Professionals
"Black Friday & Cyber Monday: Save up to 50% on training for early childhood pros! Affordable growth for educators. Don’t miss out!"
Sheika Petteway
Nov 15, 2024
Engaging Thanksgiving-Themed Activities for Teachers of Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and School-Age Children.
Discover fun, Thanksgiving-themed activities that bring learning and festive spirit to classrooms for infants through school-age kids!
Sheika Petteway
Nov 6, 2024
Innovative Childcare Leadership Workshops
Effective childcare leadership inspires, fosters collaboration, values feedback, and promotes continuous learning for impactful growth.
Sheika Petteway
Nov 1, 2024
Leading the Life You Love: Embracing Self-Love and Purpose as a Childcare Director
Embrace self-love and purpose in your career as a childcare director with tips to lead a fulfilling life you truly enjoy and thrive in daily
Sheika Petteway
Oct 21, 2024
Packing Light for the Leadership Journey as Childcare Director
Often, the idea of effective leadership seems daunting. Where do I start to lead? What can I do to lead better? Do I have what it takes...
Sheika Petteway
Oct 8, 2024
Crafting Inclusive Classroom Environments
Promoting diversity and equity in early childhood education settings. Inclusion, we've all heard of it and talked about it, but how do we...
Sheika Petteway
Aug 7, 2024
Effective Parent Communication Strategies: Enhancing family partnerships for successful early childhood education.
As educators, we genuinely desire to begin the academic year successfully with our children. Our children are the main focus; we want to...
Sheika Petteway
Jun 12, 2024
"Designing an Effective Professional Development Training Plan for Early Childhood Educators: Best Practices and Strategies"
As a school director, you play a crucial role in ensuring that your staff are equipped with the necessary skills & knowledge to provide...
Sheika Petteway
Jun 1, 2024
Stepping Into Transformational Childcare Leadership
Within any school, strong leadership at the top is essential. A strong leader determines direction, daily progression, and how everyone...
Sheika Petteway
May 15, 2024
"Essential Tools for Early Childhood Leaders: 5 Must-Have Items"
Early childhood Leaders are known to solve unexpected problems and handle unexpected situations. We must be able to stay calm and analyze...
Sheika Petteway
Feb 18, 2024
"Breaking Barriers: The Impact of African American Pioneers in Education"
Today, I will discuss something that's really painful for me to write about. It's wild; there is so much history, yet little is being...
Sheika Petteway
Jan 22, 2024
5 Reasons Why Working with Young Children is Fulfilling and Rewarding
No other position is more critical to children's learning than their first formal educational experience. Research tells us that a...
Sheika Petteway
Jan 18, 2024
Mindful Games and Exercises for Fostering Self-Awareness in Kids
It's a term we've heard before - self-awareness. But what does it entail? Without too much jargon, self-awareness means you understand...
Sheika Petteway
Jan 8, 2024
Unlocking the Secrets to Consistent Motivation in Your Childcare Classroom
Welcome to the world of early childhood education. It's a rewarding role that goes beyond just caring for children. It means you have...
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