🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🎙️✨What Do You Even Do All Day? The Invisibility of ECEs in Before & After School ProgramsBefore and after school educators hear it all the time: “Oh, you just babysit, right?” or “What do you even do all day?” 🤦‍♀️ The reality? We’re fostering relationships, supporting development, and creating meaningful play-based learning experiences—but too often, our work goes unnoticed.In this episode of The Forgotten ECE, I’m diving into the challenges of being an Early Childhood Educator in school-age programs, the misconceptions we face, and how we can advocate for the recognition we deserve.💡 If you’ve ever felt invisible in your role, this one’s for you. Let’s change the narrative together!🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16Nol7RL2yL6Dh6vg45SWY?si=1yLqXjOgSBqKw8z3RNAQww💬 Share your thoughts in the comments! Have you experienced this invisibility? Let’s talk. ⬇️ #TheForgottenECE #ECEVoices #Advocacy #BeforeAndAfterSchool #earlychildhoodeducation

Feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. In this uplifting episode of The Forgotten ECE podcast, we tackle the realities of burnout in before and after-school programs—and how to reignite the passion that brought you here in the first place.

Special guest Anisha Angella, The Early Childhood Coach, joins us to share her expert insights on overcoming burnout, reconnecting with your purpose, and finding joy in your work again. Through practical strategies, inspiring stories, and the power of community, we explore how educators can stay motivated in this often-overlooked field.

Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting out, this episode will leave you feeling empowered and ready to embrace the impact you make every day.

Tune in and rediscover the spark! 🎙✨

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January can be a tough month for school-age programs, with children and educators feeling the effects of post-holiday fatigue, colder weather, and long school days. This episode explores strategies to reignite energy and engagement in your programs while supporting both staff and children during this transitional period.