Doctor of Philosophy
Supervisors:
Dr. Rhonda Breitkreuz & Dr. Adam Galovan
Research Area:
Examining the Strengths and Challenges of Family Childcare
My primary research goal is to describe the challenges that prevent day home educators from offering high-quality care, identify any barriers they face, and note which strengths or supports have been useful in helping them navigate those obstacles. My goal is to provide research-based policy recommendations that will enable Early Childhood Educators in providing excellent care, increase their satisfaction and longevity in the field, and ultimately grow the number of reliable, nurturing day homes in Alberta. Doing so will support parents, their children, and our communities in achieving optimal well-being for the very future of Alberta