The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
🎙️ The Child Care Director’s Chair – Where Big Dreams and Bigger Leadership Collide!
Ready to level up your child care career? Whether you're a teacher assistant dreaming of that lead teacher badge, a lead ready to snag that director title, or a director with your sights set on owning your own center (or multiple ones 👀)—this is your seat at the table. And spoiler alert: leadership isn’t a title, it’s an action.
Hosted by the one and only Erica Saccoccio—part coach, part cheerleader, and full-time leadership hype man—you’ll get daily doses of real talk, big laughs, and bold leadership truths. We’re talking practical strategies, mindset shifts, and serious elevation vibes... all served with love (and a little sass 😘).
✨ New episodes drop Monday–Friday at 1 AM EST—so you can sip your coffee, set your goals, and strut into your center like the boss you’re becoming.
This show is a great addition to your leadership toolbox or the perfect resource for your team onboarding sessions—because the best programs grow their teams from within. 💪
Pull up your chair, future leader. Let’s do this thing. 💼💥
The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
503 Let Them Lead: Yes Spaces, Play, and Purposeful Practice
In this energizing episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair podcast, host Erica sits down with early childhood visionary Carla Ward to unpack the powerful concept of yes spaces—environments designed to empower children through autonomy, trust, and emotional safety.
Together, they explore what it really means to shift from a mindset of control to one of connection, and how thoughtfully designed spaces can spark critical thinking, confidence, and meaningful play. Carla shares practical insights on helping educators and families understand the why behind play-based learning, the importance of representation in early learning environments, and why in-person connection among educators still matters more than ever.
This conversation is full of heart, honesty, and “aha” moments for leaders ready to rethink their spaces, strengthen family partnerships, and say yes to a more intentional, child-centered approach.
🎟 Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Join us at the Early Education Empowerment Conference for powerful sessions, real-world strategies, and meaningful connection with leaders from across the country. See the link to grab your tickets and secure your spot today! Purchase Tickets! – Early Childhood Education Empowerment Conference