Developmentally Inappropriate with Dr. Cathi https://drcathi.podbean.com Developmentally Inappropriate with Dr. Cathi flips the script on what’s considered “appropriate” for early childhood educators by centering teacher well-being — not professional development or classroom strategies, but the real-world stuff that makes or breaks a sustainable career. Through research, humor, and honest conversations with brilliant experts, Dr. Cathi makes the case that educator well-being isn’t optional — because when teachers deserve to thrive.

]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 17:43:06 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Education 1440 episodic Developmentally Inappropriate with Dr. Cathi flips the script on what’s considered “appropriate” for early childhood educators by centering teacher well-being — not professional development or classroom strategies, but the real-world factors that make or break a sustainable career. Through research, humor, and honest conversations with brilliant experts, Dr. Cathi Miller (ECE professor and founder of Treefrog Education) makes the case that teacher well-being isn’t optional; because educators deserve to thrive—not just survive. drcathi drcathi No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22209217/Logo2.png Developmentally Inappropriate with Dr. Cathi https://drcathi.podbean.com 144 144 Teacher Trauma: The burden you didn't know you were carrying Teacher Trauma: The burden you didn't know you were carrying https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/second-hand-trauma-the-burden-you-didnt-know-you-were-carrying/ https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/second-hand-trauma-the-burden-you-didnt-know-you-were-carrying/#comments Wed, 27 May 2026 17:43:06 -0700 drcathi.podbean.com/350de40e-dbe7-32e8-8558-c141238930df You got into early childhood education to help kids heal — but who's helping you? In this episode, Professor and trauma-informed specialist Emily Elam discusses how second hand trauma impacts teachers, and what, beyond self-care, you can do to protect yourself. If you've ever left work feeling depleted in a way you couldn't quite explain, this episode is for you.

]]> You got into early childhood education to help kids heal — but who's helping you? In this episode, Professor and trauma-informed specialist Emily Elam discusses how second hand trauma impacts teachers, and what, beyond self-care, you can do to protect yourself. If you've ever left work feeling depleted in a way you couldn't quite explain, this episode is for you.

]]> drcathi false No 1900 4 full Journey from ECE to K_12 Journey from ECE to K_12 https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/journey-from-ece-to-k_12/ https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/journey-from-ece-to-k_12/#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:07:38 -0700 drcathi.podbean.com/7ac94e01-f6c6-3727-af71-c68bbe3d70b3 In this episode, we explore the opportunities, challenges, and important perspectives early childhood teachers bring to K–12 settings with Dr. Marybeth Murray. If you are an early educator who is thinking about making the leap to K-12; now or in the future, this is for you! Check out EDUC 12: Introduction to Elementary Classroom Teaching & Field Experiences at Santa Monica College: www.smc.edu, or contact Dr. Murray at murray_marybeth@smc.edu.

A special thank you to Methodist Preschool and teacher Flynn — visit them at www.methodistpreschool.com.

 

]]> In this episode, we explore the opportunities, challenges, and important perspectives early childhood teachers bring to K–12 settings with Dr. Marybeth Murray. If you are an early educator who is thinking about making the leap to K-12; now or in the future, this is for you! Check out EDUC 12: Introduction to Elementary Classroom Teaching & Field Experiences at Santa Monica College: www.smc.edu, or contact Dr. Murray at murray_marybeth@smc.edu.

A special thank you to Methodist Preschool and teacher Flynn — visit them at www.methodistpreschool.com.

 

]]> drcathi false No 1369 3 full From Teacher to Leader From Teacher to Leader https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/from-teacher-to-leader/ https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/from-teacher-to-leader/#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:42:02 -0700 drcathi.podbean.com/4728c096-a062-33ac-9db5-94265d087d02 Are you a teacher with your sights set on leadership — now or somewhere down the road? Dr. Keena Mosley shares her firsthand journey from classroom teacher to program leader — breaking down the skills you need, the challenges to expect, and the mindset shifts that will set you up for success. If you're a teacher looking to level up your career, this episode is your roadmap to go from working with children to working for them. Visit www.launchtoimpact.org to learn more.

A special thank you to Methodist Preschool and teacher Flynn — visit them at methodistpreschool.com.

]]> Are you a teacher with your sights set on leadership — now or somewhere down the road? Dr. Keena Mosley shares her firsthand journey from classroom teacher to program leader — breaking down the skills you need, the challenges to expect, and the mindset shifts that will set you up for success. If you're a teacher looking to level up your career, this episode is your roadmap to go from working with children to working for them. Visit www.launchtoimpact.org to learn more.

A special thank you to Methodist Preschool and teacher Flynn — visit them at methodistpreschool.com.

]]> drcathi false No 1982 1 2 full Family Childcare 101 Family Childcare 101 https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/family-childcare-101/ https://drcathi.podbean.com/e/family-childcare-101/#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:56:43 -0700 drcathi.podbean.com/4102380a-9c38-3b8f-8e49-284ec5ad7f47 Dreaming of being your own boss in early childhood education? In this how-to episode, Family Childcare 101, Sandbox Collective founder Liliana Perez explains what it takes to start and run a home-based program—from what makes family childcare unique to the realities of operating from home. Learn the key steps, opportunities, and challenges so you can decide if creating your own program is right for you.

]]> Dreaming of being your own boss in early childhood education? In this how-to episode, Family Childcare 101, Sandbox Collective founder Liliana Perez explains what it takes to start and run a home-based program—from what makes family childcare unique to the realities of operating from home. Learn the key steps, opportunities, and challenges so you can decide if creating your own program is right for you.

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