629 HR in Childcare: Protecting Your Program, Team, and Peace of Mind

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Child Care Directors Chair, Erica sits down with Sheika Petteway to break down the HR side of childcare leadership. They discuss what actually falls under HR in an early childhood program, the most common documentation and compliance mistakes, how SOPs can protect your team, and when it’s time to bring in an HR specialist. If you’re an owner or director trying to balance operations, compliance, and the day-to-day needs of your staff, this conversation offers practical guidance to help you build stronger systems and avoid costly problems.Support the showThe Child Care Director's Chair Podcast is proudly powered by WatchMeGrow, our premier podcast sponsor and a trusted partner in early childhood education.WatchMeGrow helps child care programs strengthen family engagement through secure live-streaming, classroom video access, and communication tools that build transparency, trust, and peace of mind for families. Their innovative technology empowers programs to enhance safety, strengthen relationships, and showcase the incredible learning happening in their classrooms every day.To learn more about how WatchMeGrow can support your program, visit www.watchmegrow.com.Thank you to WatchMeGrow for supporting our mission to inspire, equip, and empower child care leaders around the world.