Education2026-03-31
Child care centers tap retirees to fill staffing gaps
DENVER — It was nap time at Family Star Montessori, and Sue Alexander, a retired accountant, settled onto the floor beside a little girl named Ophelia. The child leaned against her and announced: “I love squishy things.”  Alexander’s “squishy thing” — her arm — just ear
By The Hechinger Report
Child care centers are turning to retirees to help fill persistent staffing shortages. The intergenerational approach brings experienced adults into early childhood settings while providing meaningful engagement for older volunteers.