The Inspiring Early Childhood Educator

Marcia Nicole
The Inspiring Early Childhood Educator

Hello educators, are you feeling burnt out and frustrated with the early childhood profession? Maybe you’re losing your passion and drive for the field. Do you want to continue to give quality programming and care within your program? How about finding the time and space for professional development and growth? If these questions speak to you, then The Inspiring Early Childhood Educator podcast is for you! In this podcast, you will find actionable tips for running and managing a successful classroom, maintaining a work-life balance with boundaries, and pursuing professional development that motivates and inspires you. I’m Marcia, your host. I am passionate about working with early childhood educators and providing them with tools and resources that empower and inspire them. You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for some motivation and inspiration. I also love to chat, so connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ispyrtoeducate

  1. NOV 14

    Interview with Julie Hansen: Her Inspiring Journey

    In this empowering episode of the Inspiring ECE Podcast, your host Marcia Nicole sits down with the amazing Julie Hansen—a passionate Early Childhood Educator, Consultant, and Author with over 24 years of experience. Julie’s journey is all about leadership, growth, and making a real impact in early childhood education. Julie takes us through her inspiring story, starting as a young educator to becoming a leader who is now focused on team leadership, management training, and developing programs that shape the future of ECE. We talk about the challenges she faced along the way, the big wins, and how her passion for advocacy continues to drive her mission to uplift educators and children. This episode is packed with powerful takeaways: Julie’s personal transformation from an educator to a leader, and the experiences that shaped her approach How she champions the importance of leadership in early childhood education—and how even small steps can create big waves The vital role of management training in empowering educators to provide high-quality learning environments Why advocacy is key in this field and how educators can make an impact, even with simple, everyday actions Insights from Julie’s published work on emergent curriculum and leadership, offering practical wisdom for every educator Julie’s passion for leadership and high-quality early learning shines through in every part of her journey. Whether you’re an educator, leader, or advocate, this episode will inspire you to lead with purpose and continue making a difference in your own way. 🎧 Tune in for a conversation filled with motivation and actionable insights! Connect with Julie Hansen: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/inspired_ece/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/eceinspired/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@InspiredECE LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hansen-9023a641/

    12 min
  2. OCT 17

    Early Literacy Strategies with Stefanie Hohl

    In this episode of the Inspiring ECE Podcast, we're diving into early literacy with special guest Stefanie Hohl, creator of the ABC See, Hear, Do program. Stefanie shares her expert insights on how movement can help young children develop essential reading skills and why incorporating multi-sensory learning is key to engaging active learners. Join us as we discuss practical strategies that both educators and parents can use to make reading fun, engaging, and accessible for all types of learners. Whether you’re teaching in a classroom or supporting your child at home, this episode is packed with actionable tips and ideas to spark a love for reading in children ages 3-8. Key Topics Covered: The importance of movement in teaching early literacy skills. How to support kids who struggle to sit still during reading activities. Fun and creative ways to make reading engaging for reluctant readers. Practical strategies for teachers and parents to use at home or in the classroom. Connect with Stefanie: Website: abcseeheardo.com and stefaniehohl.com/ Instagram: @‌stefaniehohl @abcseeheardo Facebook: @‌stefaniehohl @abcseeheardo X: @‌stefaniehohl @abcseeheardo Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode! We’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback, so leave us a comment or review. Check out the show notes to connect with Stefanie and explore her amazing program.As always, keep inspiring, and we’ll see you in the next episode!

    17 min

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Hello educators, are you feeling burnt out and frustrated with the early childhood profession? Maybe you’re losing your passion and drive for the field. Do you want to continue to give quality programming and care within your program? How about finding the time and space for professional development and growth? If these questions speak to you, then The Inspiring Early Childhood Educator podcast is for you! In this podcast, you will find actionable tips for running and managing a successful classroom, maintaining a work-life balance with boundaries, and pursuing professional development that motivates and inspires you. I’m Marcia, your host. I am passionate about working with early childhood educators and providing them with tools and resources that empower and inspire them. You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for some motivation and inspiration. I also love to chat, so connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ispyrtoeducate

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