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Childcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep. 9 | I'm Not Doing Shyt Else for these Teachers!In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Host Coach Stacey B sits down with multi-childcare center owner Brandy Woods Smith to talk about the exhaustion that comes from constantly bending over backwards to make teachers happy — and why enough is enough. They get real about leadership burnout, setting boundaries, and the pressure to always "do more" without appreciation. If you’re in the childcare world, you need this conversation in your life! Watch the full episode here:https://www.youtube.com/@childcareteacherchronicles Follow...2025-05-0550 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep.8 | What's Really Going on with these kids? with Special Guest Julie VasselsIn this episode of The Childcare Teachers Chronicles Podcast with Coach Stacey B, guests Jaela Harris and Aniya Deasia get real about the paycheck struggle in childcare. From low wages to high expectations, they're asking: Can we even afford to stay in this field? Tune in as we unpack the passion vs. paycheck dilemma and why so many educators are saying, “I’m done—I just got here!” Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations from the world of early childhood education! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMME...2025-04-2844 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep.7 | Childcare Ain’t What You Think!Childcare teacher Hayley Bennett gets real with host Ms. Stacey B about the unspoken pressures, daily surprises, and emotional toll of working in childcare. From unrealistic expectations to lack of support, this episode dives into the truths no one talks about in the world of early education. 🎧Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations in the world of early childhood education! 📲 Follow us for updates: Instagram: @childcareteacherchronicles Facebook: @childcareteacherchronicles 🌐 Website: https://msstaceyb.com/ 🕶 Ms. Stacey B Eyewear: https://ccoa-dba-ms-stacey-b.square.site/ 👗 Ms. Stacey B...2025-04-2135 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep. 6 | Too Broke to Stay, Too Passionate to Quit! ft. ECE Teachers Jaela and AniyaIn this episode of The Childcare Teachers Chronicles Podcast with Coach Stacey B, guests Jaela Harris and Aniya Deasia get real about the paycheck struggle in childcare. From low wages to high expectations, they're asking: Can we even afford to stay in this field? Tune in as we unpack the passion vs. paycheck dilemma and why so many educators are saying, “I’m done—I just got here!” Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations from the world of early childhood education! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and S...2025-04-1449 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep. 4 | Entitled Parents & Unrealistic Expectations with Tashika HonoreIn this episode of The Childcare Teacher Chronicles Podcast, Coach Stacey B sits down with the incredible Tashika Honore to dive deep into a conversation the childcare world needs to hear — entitled parents and the unrealistic expectations they often place on teachers and providers. What are families not understanding about the demands of early childhood education? What boundaries need to be respected in childcare settings? This one is eye-opening, honest, and full of gems for both educators and parents alike.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, underappreciated, or misunderstood in this field this episode is for YOU...2025-04-1145 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 | Ep.5: Calling Out the Red Flags The Shady Side of the Childcare Industry Dr. Jamie LewisIn this powerful full-length episode, Ms. Stacey B is joined by special guest Dr. Jamie Lewis, a respected multi-childcare center owner, as they pull back the curtain on the real issues plaguing the childcare industry.From toxic leadership and unfair treatment of teachers, to shady hiring practices and burnout culture, this episode isn’t holding anything back. Dr. Lewis shares hard truths and empowering insights that every educator, parent, and provider needs to hear.If you’ve ever worked in childcare or trusted someone else to care for your child—this conversation is for YOU. Don’t forget...2025-04-1143 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep.3 | Childcare Vs. Public School: Why Are Early Childhood Teachers Paid Less But Work More?Welcome back to Childcare Teachers Chronicles with your host, Ms. Stacey B! In Season 2, Episode 3, we’re tackling a tough but necessary conversation: Why are early childhood teachers working more but getting paid less than public school educators?Joining us is Jennifer Stevenson, a passionate early childhood advocate, center owner, and educator, to break down the funding disparities, the emotional and physical toll of the job, and why society continues to undervalue early education professionals.Topics We Cover: The financial and policy differences between childcare and...2025-03-2445 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep.2 | From Director to Multi-Center Owner: The Truth About Leading, Keeping, and Losing Great Teachers!🔥 It’s finally here! 🔥 In this episode of The Childcare Teacher Chronicles Podcast, Pam and Joey share their powerful journey from being directors to running multiple childcare centers. They break down the reality of leadership, what it takes to build and keep a strong teaching team, and the tough lessons learned from losing great staff.If you're in the childcare industry—whether you're a teacher, director, or owner—this episode is a must-watch! Get the inside scoop on what really makes or breaks a great team.💬 Drop a comment...2025-03-1851 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesS2 Ep.1 | Men in Early Childhood Education Part 2Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Childcare Teacher Chronicles Podcast with your host, Ms. Stacey B! In this exciting conversation, we’re continuing our discussion on the impact of men in early childhood education, this time with a new guest—Mr. Quantavius Brumfield! We dive even deeper into why male educators are essential in early childhood classrooms, the unique perspectives they bring, and how they’re shaping the future of education. You won’t want to miss this insightful discussion!🎙️ In This Episode, We Discuss:The impact of male educators on young childre...2025-03-1044 min
Childcare Teacher ChroniclesEP 12: Growing and Scaling your Income from your Childcare BusinessIn the final episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Melika Honoré to discuss the keys to growing and scaling your childcare business. Melika, a successful childcare entrepreneur, shares her journey from starting small to expanding her centers, and provides actionable tips for other owners looking to grow. They cover everything from building a strong team to creating sustainable business practices and navigating the challenges of scaling. Whether you're an owner ready to take your business to the next level or just dreaming of starting one, this episode is packed with inspiration and real-world strategies!2024-10-1421 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEP 12: Growing and Scaling your Income from your Childcare BusinessIn the final episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Melika Honoré to discuss the keys to growing and scaling your childcare business. Melika, a successful childcare entrepreneur, shares her journey from starting small to expanding her centers, and provides actionable tips for other owners looking to grow. They cover everything from building a strong team to creating sustainable business practices and navigating the challenges of scaling. Whether you're an owner ready to take your business to the next level or just dreaming of starting one, this episode is packed with inspiration and real-world strategies!2024-10-1421 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 11 | The Importance of Advocacy in Early Learning CentersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Cindy Bishop, the Executive Director of the Childcare Association of Louisiana, to dive into the critical role of advocacy in the childcare industry. They discuss why it's essential for educators, directors, and center owners to speak up and push for change, especially when it comes to policies that affect pay, working conditions, and the quality of care for children. Cindy shares her insights on how advocacy can transform the industry and empower professionals to fight for what they deserve. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate a...2024-10-1026 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 11 | The Importance of Advocacy in Early Learning CentersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Cindy Bishop, the Executive Director of the Childcare Association of Louisiana, to dive into the critical role of advocacy in the childcare industry. They discuss why it's essential for educators, directors, and center owners to speak up and push for change, especially when it comes to policies that affect pay, working conditions, and the quality of care for children. Cindy shares her insights on how advocacy can transform the industry and empower professionals to fight for what they deserve. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate a...2024-10-1026 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 10: Teacher's Pay and Compensation: Directors and Owner's POVIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Aronisha Mickell to discuss teacher pay and compensation from the perspective of a childcare director and owner. Aronisha shares the challenges directors face in balancing budgets, providing fair wages, and keeping centers running smoothly. They explore the tough decisions owners have to make, the realities behind low pay, and what can be done to create better pay structures while still maintaining a successful business. Tune in for a real, behind-the-scenes look at the complexities of paying teachers what they’re worth!2024-09-3028 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 10: Teacher's Pay and Compensation: Directors and Owner's POVIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Aronisha Mickell to discuss teacher pay and compensation from the perspective of a childcare director and owner. Aronisha shares the challenges directors face in balancing budgets, providing fair wages, and keeping centers running smoothly. They explore the tough decisions owners have to make, the realities behind low pay, and what can be done to create better pay structures while still maintaining a successful business. Tune in for a real, behind-the-scenes look at the complexities of paying teachers what they’re worth! Don’t forget to L...2024-09-3028 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 9: Teacher Pay and Compensation in Early Learning CentersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Clayana Caston to tackle one of the hottest topics in the childcare industry—teacher pay and compensation. They dive into the realities of underpayment, the impact it has on teacher retention, and what needs to change to give educators the pay they deserve. From personal stories to practical solutions, Stacey and Clayana break down how fair compensation can transform the childcare profession and benefit everyone involved. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation on valuing the people who shape our future. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMM...2024-09-2330 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 9: Teacher Pay and Compensation in Early Learning CentersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Clayana Caston to tackle one of the hottest topics in the childcare industry—teacher pay and compensation. They dive into the realities of underpayment, the impact it has on teacher retention, and what needs to change to give educators the pay they deserve. From personal stories to practical solutions, Stacey and Clayana break down how fair compensation can transform the childcare profession and benefit everyone involved. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation on valuing the people who shape our future. 2024-09-2330 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 8: It starts within! Professional Development for Early Childhood TeachersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. and Raeyna dive deep into the world of professional development for childcare educators. They talk about the importance of ongoing learning, how to navigate training opportunities, and why investing in yourself as a teacher benefits both the kids and the center. Get ready for real talk on leveling up in the childcare industry, handling challenges, and what professional growth looks like for today’s educators. This episode is all about moving from good to great in the classroom! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay...2024-09-1628 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 8: It starts within! Professional Development for Early Childhood TeachersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. and Raeyna dive deep into the world of professional development for childcare educators. They talk about the importance of ongoing learning, how to navigate training opportunities, and why investing in yourself as a teacher benefits both the kids and the center. Get ready for real talk on leveling up in the childcare industry, handling challenges, and what professional growth looks like for today’s educators. This episode is all about moving from good to great in the classroom!2024-09-1628 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 7: Diversity and Inclusion in Early Childhood EducationIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Stacey B. sits down with Melanie Montgomery to talk about what diversity and inclusion really look like in the world of childcare. They get real about the challenges and rewards of creating an environment where every child feels seen and valued. From tackling biases to embracing different cultures, Stacey and Melanie share insights and strategies for making diversity and inclusion more than just buzzwords. Tune in for an honest conversation on how to keep it real and inclusive in the classroom. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to st...2024-09-0928 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 7: Diversity and Inclusion in Early Childhood EducationIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Stacey B. sits down with Melanie Montgomery to talk about what diversity and inclusion really look like in the world of childcare. They get real about the challenges and rewards of creating an environment where every child feels seen and valued. From tackling biases to embracing different cultures, Stacey and Melanie share insights and strategies for making diversity and inclusion more than just buzzwords. Tune in for an honest conversation on how to keep it real and inclusive in the classroom.2024-09-0928 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 6: Navigating Crisis Management in the Childcare BusinessIn this special episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Stacey B. doesn't holdback with Charles Dillon Jr. about handling high-stress situations in childcare. They reveal the truth behind crisis management, including navigating the tricky world of gun laws and safety in educational settings. Tune in now! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations from the world of early childhood education! Follow us on social media for updates and more: Instagram: @childcareteacherchroniclesFacebook: @childcareteacherchronicles Website: https://msstaceyb.com/Ms. Stacey B Eyewear Line: https://ccoa-dba-ms-stacey-b.sq...2024-09-0133 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp. 6: Navigating Crisis Management in the Childcare BusinessIn this special episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Stacey B. doesn't holdback with Charles Dillon Jr. about handling high-stress situations in childcare. They reveal the truth behind crisis management, including navigating the tricky world of gun laws and safety in educational settings. Tune in now!2024-09-0133 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEP. 5: Professionalism , Parent Teacher Conflicts, Ethical DilemmasIn this solo episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Coach Stacey B. takes the mic to tackle some of the toughest challenges in early childhood education—professionalism, parent-teacher conflicts, and ethical dilemmas.Stacey offers practical advice on handling difficult situations with parents and navigating the tricky waters of ethical decision-making. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the field, this episode is packed with insights to help you maintain your integrity and keep your cool in any situation.2024-08-2627 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEP. 5: Professionalism , Parent Teacher Conflicts, Ethical DilemmasIn this solo episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Coach Stacey B. takes the mic to tackle some of the toughest challenges in early childhood education—professionalism, parent-teacher conflicts, and ethical dilemmas.Stacey offers practical advice on handling difficult situations with parents and navigating the tricky waters of ethical decision-making. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the field, this episode is packed with insights to help you maintain your integrity and keep your cool in any situation. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations from the world of early...2024-08-2627 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp 4. | Old School vs New School | Teachers in Early Childhood EducationIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Coach Stacey B. links up with Miss Roslyn Veal, a veteran in the education game, to compare old-school and new-school styles in early childhood education and parenting.They dive into how childcare has evolved, from teaching methods to classroom vibes, and debate the pros and cons of each approach. Whether you’re sticking to the classics or embracing the new wave, this conversation is packed with insights for educators and parents alike. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations from the...2024-08-2630 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp 4. | Old School vs New School | Teachers in Early Childhood EducationIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Coach Stacey B. links up with Miss Roslyn Veal, a veteran in the education game, to compare old-school and new-school styles in early childhood education and parenting.They dive into how childcare has evolved, from teaching methods to classroom vibes, and debate the pros and cons of each approach. Whether you’re sticking to the classics or embracing the new wave, this conversation is packed with insights for educators and parents alike.2024-08-2630 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp.3: The Mental and Emotional Health of TeachersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Elisha Jones to discuss the often overlooked impact of working in early childhood education on teachers' mental and emotional health.. Elisha shares practical tips and strategies for regulating emotions, maintaining mental health, and sustaining passion in the classroom.Join us for a candid and empowering conversation on navigating the ups and downs of teaching young children while taking care of your own mental health. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more inspiring conversations fr...2024-08-1227 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp.3: The Mental and Emotional Health of TeachersIn this episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, Ms. Stacey B. sits down with Elisha Jones to discuss the often overlooked impact of working in early childhood education on teachers' mental and emotional health.. Elisha shares practical tips and strategies for regulating emotions, maintaining mental health, and sustaining passion in the classroom.Join us for a candid and empowering conversation on navigating the ups and downs of teaching young children while taking care of your own mental health.2024-08-1227 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp.2: Men in Early Childhood EducationJoin Ms. Stacey B and Saron as they discuss the stereotypes and biases surrounding male teachers, including the unjust associations with homosexuality and the varied parental perspectives on having men in the classroom. Saron opens up about his personal experiences, sharing how he's been profiled and the impact it has had on his career. They also delve into gender roles, contrasting teaching styles, and the importance of diversity in early childhood education.Tune in for a real conversation that sheds light on the valuable contributions of male educators. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUB...2024-08-0528 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEp.2: Men in Early Childhood EducationJoin Ms. Stacey B and Saron as they discuss the stereotypes and biases surrounding male teachers, including the unjust associations with homosexuality and the varied parental perspectives on having men in the classroom. Saron opens up about his personal experiences, sharing how he's been profiled and the impact it has had on his career. They also delve into gender roles, contrasting teaching styles, and the importance of diversity in early childhood education.Tune in for a real conversation that sheds light on the valuable contributions of male educators.2024-08-0528 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEP. 1 | Teacher Burnout and RetentionWelcome to the premiere episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, where we give a voice to childcare teachers, caregivers, and educators. Host Coach Stacey B. sits down with Tiffany Vigne for a candid discussion on teacher burnout and retention. Tiffany shares her journey, discussing the challenges of balancing mental health with the well-being of students. They explore the harsh realities of burnout and high turnover rates, emphasizing the importance of professional development for career growth and burnout prevention.Join us for an eye-opening conversation that highlights the true experiences of childcare teachers and kicks off...2024-07-2727 minChildcare Teacher ChroniclesEP. 1 | Teacher Burnout and RetentionWelcome to the premiere episode of Childcare Teacher Chronicles, where we give a voice to childcare teachers, caregivers, and educators. Host Coach Stacey B. sits down with Tiffany Vigne for a candid discussion on teacher burnout and retention. Tiffany shares her journey, discussing the challenges of balancing mental health with the well-being of students. They explore the harsh realities of burnout and high turnover rates, emphasizing the importance of professional development for career growth and burnout prevention.Join us for an eye-opening conversation that highlights the true experiences of childcare teachers and kicks off...2024-07-2727 min