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In her publication, Being a Supervisor, Gigi Schweikert, makes this case for staying connected with employees:

"Most of us in early childhood education don't work for a large amount of money.  That's no surprise.  So why do we show up every day?  The children are one reason, of course, and another is that the people like the sense of belonging that comes from working with a group, and satisfaction of a job well done.  That's where you, as a supervisor, come in.  Staying connected to your staff and cultivating that feeling of belonging is part of your job.  You can be the type of supervisor who knows her employees, takes an interest in their ideas, and recognizes their efforts — efforts of success or efforts of just giving it a try.  Or you can be the type of supervisor who hides out in her office 'working,' rushes through as she travels from meeting to meeting, or even sees herself as a bit above the rest of the crew with a 'no time to get my hands dirty' attitude.  Which type of supervisor would you want to work for?

Being a Supervisor: Winning Ways for Early Childhood Professionals

Are you aspiring to become a supervisor in an early childhood program? Have you been in a leadership role for years? Whatever your experience level, this book provides insight, guidance, and exercises to enhance your leadership skills. "Being a Supervisor" focuses on eight concepts that will help you transition from leading children to leading adults. You will:

• Recognize and feel comfortable in your role as a supervisor
• Help adults succeed by expressing clear and reasonable expectations
• Create a culture that encourages input and allows for mistakes
• Motivate your team through delegation
• Communicate honestly and share feedback consistently
• Follow through on all tasks
• Stay connected by knowing and encouraging each employee
• Set a positive tone and be approachable to all staff

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