Ep: 90 - Preparing for September in Before & After School
With special guest, Jamie Wagler
Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally, Strive Manager, hosts Jamie Wagler, RECE, OCT, to explore the unique world of school-age programs and the educators who help bring them to life. School-age care is shaped by relationships, transitions, routines, play, and the many professionals who work together to support children before school, after school, and during full-day programs like camps. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!
Guest Bio
Jamie Wagler (She/Her) is an RECE, OCT, educator, consultant, professor, and advocate with a strong focus on school-age care, educator well-being, leadership, and inclusive practice. Through Miss Jamie Consulting, Jamie supports educators and organizations in strengthening before-and-after school programs, summer camp experiences, team culture, and relationship-based approaches to working with children.
With experience across child care, school-age programs, post-secondary teaching, professional learning, and community leadership, Jamie brings a practical and passionate perspective to conversations about the value of school-age educators. Her work centres on helping educators feel seen, prepared, and respected while creating environments where children experience belonging, connection, and joy.