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The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast

Erica Saccoccio
Early Childhood Education
Leadership
Child Care
Professional Development
Leadership Development
Communication
Child Care Leadership
Child Development
Leadership In Education
Early Education Empowerment Conference
Child Care Industry
Community Engagement
Resilience
Child Care Management
Burnout
Halloween
Child Care Enrollment
Self-Awareness
Staff Training
Staff Retention

Because childcare leadership deserves a real conversation.

If you're looking for another leadership podcast filled with corporate buzzwords and theories from people who haven't stepped inside a childcare center in years... this probably isn't it.

I'm Erica Saccoccio—a multi-center childcare owner, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and podcast host who still leads in the work every single day.

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Being a childcare director can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be one of the hardest leadership roles in early childhood education.

In this honest and relatable episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, I sit down with Jolyn... more

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How can music and movement help young children build stronger language and literacy skills?

In this episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, I sit down with Alyssa Jewell, MLIS, and Melissa McCall to explore how songs, rhythm, m... more

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What happens when you stop waiting for permission and finally decide to bet on yourself?

In today’s episode of The Child Care Director’s Chair, I sit down with Adva Hanan for an honest conversation about believing in your skills, r... more

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Organizational growth does not begin with a new program, a bigger building, or a longer strategic plan. It begins with developing the people who will help carry the vision forward.

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Angela MacCarthy
ECE Trailblazer member and leader
Trailblazer program
Episode: 🎙️ Trailblazer Spotlight: Angela MacCarthy's Leadership Journey
Veronica Green
Early years consultant, speaker, advocate for child-led learning
Independent consultant
Episode: 591 Child-Led Play, Observation, and Building Educator Confidence with Veronica Green
Sherri J. White
17-year child care business owner, off-site/absent owner advocate
Self-employed; multiple centers
Episode: 585 Are You the Bottleneck? The Conversation Every School Owner Needs to Hear
Chris Danilo
Speaker, trainer, leadership expert
Independent/Founder (Chris Danilo)
Episode: 584 The Human Skills That Will Make Childcare Leaders Irreplaceable in an AI Future
Regina Purvis Miller
Leadership consultant, author of Leadership Lessons; founder of Miller Consulting
Miller Consulting
Episode: 583 Life, Loss, Love & Leadership: An Honest Conversation
Dr. Cheryl Hovey
Leader, educator, and founder/prime speaker with Easy Add To Go
Easy Add To Go
Episode: 576 It’s Not Too Late: Educators 50+ Building Bold New Lives
Ruth Baugh
Advocate for teacher mental health and leader within Trailblazers
Trailblazers
Episode: 575 The Power of the Right Room: Ruth Baugh’s Leadership Journey
Cynthia Gallagher
Representative for Global Pure Technologies
Global Pure Technologies
Episode: 550 Clean Smarter, Not Harsher: Safe Sanitation for Childcare Classrooms
Sandra Duncan
Educator and researcher focusing on environments in early childhood education
National Child Care Association and NEPCA Conference (guest appearance)
Episode: 547 Designing Magic: In the Director’s Chair with Dr. Sandra Duncan

Host

Erica Saccoccio
Host and leadership coach with daily hands-on leadership experience across multiple childcare centers

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Inspiring and practical

    The Child Care Director’s Chair is a daily dose of what an early childhood leader needs. Erica has a wealth of knowledge and shares it with a smile, a laugh, and reality checks. So great to have a podcast for directors!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ujgccrdxb
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful Podcast

    This podcast is a must-listen for childcare providers and anyone who has a 0 to 5-year-old in their life! It’s the perfect space to learn new strategies, share real experiences, and finally feel heard in a field that often gets overlooked. Short, powerful episodes packed with heart, humor, and helpful tips. A true game-changer for anyone raising or educating little ones!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lesson Planning Guru
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you Erica!! 🙏👏

    Major respect and props to Erica!! 👏She is a true servant leader still in the trenches with her own childcare centers and helping thousands of childcare leaders with her podcast. I had the pleasure of being a guest on her show and it was an honor! 🌟She’s a wonderful and welcoming host and made the experience easy and enjoyable. All child care leaders should be tuning in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    keepitsimplegerin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Conversational and Inspirational

    I love that I can relate to Erica and most of her guests on this show! She’s an excellent host who carefully plans her topic

    To tailor to every type of educator! I’m a happy listener 🙂🙂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    auraprincess
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must Listen !

    As both an early childhood educator and someone who commutes two hours to work each day, I am always looking for podcasts.

    Erica’s podcast is fun, engaging, and informative with a range of topics relevant to early childhood education.

    I highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Musically Mindful Brenda
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners find practical, heart-centered leadership guidance tailored to early childhood workplaces.
Episodes are described as inspiring, concise, and highly relevant to frontline childcare leaders.
The host and guests are praised for actionable takeaways that can be applied in centers soon after listening.

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🎙️ Trailblazer Spotlight: Angela MacCarthy's Leadership Journey
Q: What advice would you give someone feeling stuck in their leadership journey?
Engage with books, podcasts, conferences, and actively pursue growth opportunities while staying self-motivated and building a supportive network.
🎙️ Trailblazer Spotlight: Angela MacCarthy's Leadership Journey
Q: What was your biggest leadership breakthrough since joining?
Realizing she can make decisions independently and build trust with families and staff without needing constant approval.
🎙️ Trailblazer Spotlight: Angela MacCarthy's Leadership Journey
Q: What opportunities have you had outside of the classroom since joining the Trailblazers?
Angela talks about preparing workshops, being accepted to speak at conferences, and developing her own training material, which expanded her leadership reach beyond the classroom.
585 Are You the Bottleneck? The Conversation Every School Owner Needs to Hear
Q: What does a great leader look like, in your view?
A great leader listens, balances grace with action, acknowledges imperfections, and supports staff through seasons of challenge rather than punishing mistakes.
585 Are You the Bottleneck? The Conversation Every School Owner Needs to Hear
Q: What would you say is your biggest piece of advice for someone starting a childcare business now?
Mindset is crucial; focus on mental readiness and the capacity to handle rapid, sometimes tough decisions, not just finances or building size.

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- A leadership-focused show aimed at early childhood leaders, directors, and operators. Episodes center on practical management strategies, staff development, communication, and building resilient programs, often featuring guests who are practitioners, consultants, or authors in the ECE space. Across solos and interviews, the host emphasizes authentic leadership, actionable takeaways, and the ripple effects of strong leadership on staff, families, and children. Notable throughlines include transforming culture, empowering teams, and sustaining leadership under pressure, with a clear stance against corporate buzzwords in favor of real-world relevance. A standout trait is the host's hands-on perspective as a multi-center operator and leadersh... more

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7. Ruth Baugh
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