The Everything ECE Podcast

Carla Ward

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

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Childhood Education

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Autonomy

Ethical Dilemmas In Early Childhood Education

Inclusion

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Left-Handed Learners

Boundaries

Consequences

Problem-Solving Skills

Critical Thinking

Self-Esteem

Empathy

Trauma

Community Violence

Consent

Physical Disabilities

The Everything ECE Podcast is for early childhood educators, preschool teachers, and childcare professionals who want to grow intentionally and take meaningful action. Host Carla Ward shares real-life insights, expert interviews, and practical strategies to support your work in childcare centres, preschools, and kindergartens. From play-based learning to leadership, each episode helps you stay ins... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	233	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	Education

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#224: 3 Ways to Turn Family Communication Into Collaboration

Families aren’t our opposition; they’re our partners. In this episode, Carla Ward explores three actionable ways educators can turn everyday communication into true collaboration with families.

From proactive communication loops to intentional langu... more

16 Jan 2026 • 12 min

#223: Building H.E.A.R.T.-Centered ECE Teams with Monica Rollins

Wellbeing consultant Monica Rollins, founder of Rooted Wellness Collective, joins Carla to explore what it really takes to move beyond burnout in Early Childhood Education. Together, they unpack the systemic roots of educator exhaustion and how to cr... more

9 Jan 2026 • 38 min

#222: Declaring Your Abundance in 2026

What does abundance really mean, and how can you call more of it into your life this year? In this inspiring episode, Carla explores how educators and entrepreneurs can shift from scarcity to abundance: in mindset, time, love, creativity, and yes, ev... more

2 Jan 2026 • 8 min

#221# Addressing the Staffing Crisis in ECE with Paul Buckley

In this episode, Carla sits down with Paul Buckley, former preschool teacher and founder of Ratio Staffing, to explore what’s really happening behind staffing challenges in early childhood education.

Paul shares how burnout, outdated systems, and un... more

19 Dec 2025 • 31 min

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Recent Guests

Monica Rollins

Well-being consultant and founder of Rooted Wellness Collective

Rooted Wellness Collective

Episode: #223: Building H.E.A.R.T.-Centered ECE Teams with Monica Rollins

Paul Buckley

Founder and managing owner of Ratio Staffing, with nearly 20 years of experience as a preschool teacher.

Ratio Staffing

Episode: #221# Addressing the Staffing Crisis in ECE with Paul Buckley

Thomas Thompson

Co-founder and CEO of Eduaide AI, studying how people learn and helping teachers make instructional decisions.

Eduaide AI

Episode: #219: AI in Education with Thomas Thompson

Chelsea Denny

Graphic and Web Designer, with nearly 15 years of experience in early childhood education.

Early Childhood Creative

Episode: #217: Why Every Educator Needs a Website (Even If You’re Not a Business Owner) with Chelsea Denny

Cameile Henry

Award-winning author of 12 Empowering Children's Books and CEO and co-founder of Strengthen Hands Educational Resources Inc.

Strengthen Hands Educational Resources Inc.

Episode: #213: Navigating Stress in Early Childhood Education with Cameile Henry

Dawn Montecalvo

CEO of the Guadalupe Centre, which provides early learning programs in Immokalee, Florida.

Guadalupe Centre

Episode: #211: All In for Early Learning with Dawn Montecalvo

Rebecca Parlakian

Child development and parenting specialist at Zero to Three

Zero to Three

Episode: #210: The Magic of Zero to Three with Rebecca Parlakian from Zero to Three

Debbi Sluys

Early childhood educator with over 30 years of experience and founder of Dare to Declare

Dare to Declare

Episode: #209: The Power of Educators as Coaches with Debbi Sluys

Kisa Marx

An educator and advocate for humanizing practices in early childhood education, focusing on equitable care for all children, particularly marginalized communities.

Owner of a play and nature-focused early childcare program in Oak Park, Illinois.

Episode: #207: Adaptability in Early Childhood: Humanizing Practice, Real Resilience, and Kindness with Kisa Marx

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Carla Ward

Host of the series, sharing real-life insights and expert interviews while providing practical strategies for early childhood educators.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings

A must for ECEs!
Carla’s podcast breaks down the latest science and theories for early childhood education in this practical podcast.
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livandluna
United States2 years ago
Love this show!
This show discusses all the topics that have to do with early childhood education and some. Super super insightful!
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#221# Addressing the Staffing Crisis in ECE with Paul Buckley

Q: If a supervisor's looking, are there any key questions that a supervisor should be asking the teachers in the classroom to support the supply that's coming in?

Supervisors should discuss with their teams what the current group of children needs, and the skillsets required to support those needs.

#221# Addressing the Staffing Crisis in ECE with Paul Buckley

Q: How did you even come up with the idea of Ratio Staffing?

The idea arose during the time Paul spent at home with his son, combined with his experience and understanding of the staffing issues educators face.

#217: Why Every Educator Needs a Website (Even If You’re Not a Business Owner) with Chelsea Denny

Q: What is the first step to build a website?

Create an outline that decides the goal of your website and what pages you need based on that goal.

#217: Why Every Educator Needs a Website (Even If You’re Not a Business Owner) with Chelsea Denny

Q: How do we pull in connections through our websites that show our personalities?

Using video content, personal photos, and information about philosophies helps express personality while maintaining functionality.

#217: Why Every Educator Needs a Website (Even If You’re Not a Business Owner) with Chelsea Denny

Q: Should classroom educators have a website?

Absolutely, it can be a way to communicate with families about lessons and events, and it becomes crucial for business owners to attract traffic.

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Aimed at early childhood educators, preschool teachers, and childcare professionals, this series focuses on providing insightful discussions and strategies for those working in the field of early childhood education. The episodes cover a range of topics, from practical strategies for enhancing educational practices to addressing critical issues like staffing crises and emotional regulation in children. Throughout, the host emphasizes the importance of professional development, community involvement, and emotional well-being for educators, incorporating expert interviews and real-life anecdotes to relay compelling solutions to common challenges faced by the audience. Notably, there is a focus on celebrating small wins and utilizing technolog... more

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1. Monica Rollins
2. Paul Buckley
3. Thomas Thompson
4. Chelsea Denny
5. Cameile Henry
6. Dawn Montecalvo
7. Rebecca Parlakian
8. Debbi Sluys

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