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Expert tips to to recruit, train and retain staff during COVID-19

July 20th, 2020 | 1 min. read

By Amanda Lancaster

Now, more than ever, early childhood professionals are faced with challenges as they try to grow, or simply sustain, their early childhood centers. 

Expert Thomasa Bond, EdD, author of Build Your Dream Team: How to Recruit, Train and Retain Early Childhood Staff, shares quick and approachable tips early childhood professionals can use during the COVID-19 crisis—and beyond. 

Watch this short video to learn how to adjust interview questions and training practices, how to increase employee morale, and more, to recruit, train and retain your dream team.


About the Author 

Thomasa Bond, EdD, author of Build Your Dream Team: How to Recruit, Train and Retain Early Childhood Staff, has more than 14 years experience as a child care licensing consultant and 30 years in early childhood education. She earned her doctorate in Organizational Leadership and she works with program directors to help them build centers that are not only safe for the children but also provide quality learning environments. A sought-after presenter and panelist, she researches and writes articles on her blog.

Author(s)Thomasa Bond, EdD

Amanda Lancaster

A graduate of Appalachian State University with a BS in Communications, Advertising, Amanda served as marketing and sales coordinator for Gryphon House from 2019-2022.