Accounting in the CACFP

What if the behaviors we find challenging in young children are actually telling us something we need to understand? In this episode of The Early Educator Podcast, Mandy McDermott of Tennessee Voices shares practical strategies for meaningful family engagement, understanding challenging behaviors, and supporting children in their natural learning environments. Tune in to discover how the everyday interactions educators have with children can make a lasting impact on their development.

What does Autism look like inside the childcare facility? Does play look any different? Tune in as Becky Haynes gives her advice for early educators on this topic!

What if a child’s behavior isn’t the problem… but a reflection of something deeper? In this episode of the Early Educator Podcast, we sit down with Ashley Clotfelter to have a powerful and honest conversation about how childhood experiences—both positive and negative—shape the way children learn, behave, and connect. We dive into what it really means to create safe, supportive spaces for children—not just physically, but emotionally—and how educators can play a key role in helping children feel seen, secure, and valued every single day. But this conversation doesn’t stop with the children. Ashley also speaks directly to educators, unpacking how our own childhood experiences can impact the way we show up in the classroom, and why acknowledging and healing those areas matters more than we often realize.

Working with children can be fun and rewarding, but let's not ignore the fact that it can also be hard! Eric from The Flourish Lab gives some solid advice on how educators can show up each day to make a lifelong impact for the people in their care. We would love it if you gave a like on the video and subscribed so you stay up to date on all of our videos! If you would like to know more about Our Daily Bread CACFP, check us out at the following link: https://www.odbcacfp.org Be sure to follow our social media pages for more helpful resources: https://linktr.ee/ourdailybreadcacfp

Being a leader is a responsibility that is not for the faint of heart. Summer Dixon discusses different strategies and situations that leaders must learn and go through in this podcast. https://dixonstrategies.com/

There is a LOT that goes into accounting. The KF group gives us valuable knowledge and advice on how to be in control of your money in the CACFP.

Senta Hester, the Executive Director of Our Daily Bread CACFP, started her career in childcare as an early educator. She's shares her story of how she got started and what drove her to start her own sponsoring agency to help children on a larger scale. Senta also gives great, sound advice to early educators on what it takes to have a safe and healthy environment for educators and children.

Join us as we explore the dynamic world of online engagement and learn how to attract new parents to your childcare program through strategic social media tactics. Blake Hester, our expert guest, shares invaluable tips, strategies, and success stories to help you reach and connect with families in your community. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the digital landscape, this episode is a must-listen for all early educators looking to harness the potential of social media to enrich their childcare programs.

One of the key elements in business and in life is clear and constant communication! Rhonda has 22 years of experience working in childcare, and she is going to talk about different wants to keep a healthy relationship with parents. She is also going to give strategies on how to give parents peace of mind while they are away from their children.

Beardsley Farms joins us for this episode as we talk about how we use gardening to help not only childcare facilities in Tennessee & Kentucky, but our local families and schools!