At The Childcare Directors Chair, our mission is to empower childcare directors and owners with the tools and inspiration they need to provide high-quality programming that your students, families, community, and YOU will absolutely love.
We believe that every child deserves the very best in life, and that starts with a nurturing and stimulating environment with the child's interests in mind. We understand the challenges that childcare directors and owners face in creating exceptional programs that cater to the unique needs of each child. That's why we are here to support you every step of the way.
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On Everything Childcare
From Being a Better Owner
To Being a Better Director
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Re-Energize You & Your staff
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ABOUT
Erica embarked on her Early Childhood Education journey twenty-four years ago. She started off obtaining her CDA and held that for seven years before obtaining her AA in Early Childhood Education. Erica is a graduate of CCRI's 10k Small Business Entrepreneurship Program and recently graduated in 2021 from Charter Oak State College with her Bachelor's in Early Childhood Leadership. She is a mentor, CDA advisor, and supports her staff with expertise in childcare management.
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Erica is the recipient of the 2006 Rhode Island School Age Coalition Advocacy Award and in 2008 SBA Women in Business award. She was also awarded the Rhode Island Minority Small Business Person of the Year in 2010 from the SBA.
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Her program, Family Tree School Age Program was the first accredited program in Rhode Island to receive National After School Association in Rhode Island. Family Tree School Age Program was also the first Five Star Bright Star After School Program in Rhode Island.
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Who Am I From Another's
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Angela M.
"Erica is the most dedicated involved owner I have ever met. She is always available to help. She is a great mentor and has great advice for any and all [my] situations."
Haley F.
"Erica has provided me with an abundance of confidence and support to help keep my program strong and organized. She has helped me for many years and supported me throughout my Early Childhood Education Journey."
Sherri C.
"Erica inspired me to return to the field of Early Childhood Education to pursue my passion for teaching and working with our future leaders. Her support and guidance has boosted my confidence as a leader of little minds.