The Exit Interview Has Won The Best Education Podcast Award from The Black Podcasting Awards!!

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Founder, Conscious Pathways Education Consulting

Brittney Carey is an advocate, facilitator, and education freedom dreamer. Brittney holds a B.A. in Advocacy and Social Justice with a concentration in Education from Pacific Oaks College and an M.A. in Legal Studies from the Santa Barbara and Ventura Colleges of Law. As a seasoned educator with experience spanning from early childhood to adult education, Brittney is deeply committed to fostering authentically inclusive and equitable learning environments.

She is the visionary founder of Conscious Pathways Education Consulting, where she launched the Reimagine Education Training Series. This initiative empowers educators with transformative strategies to navigate the complexities of diverse classrooms, ensuring every learner thrives. Her multifaceted experience as an early childhood educator informs her advocacy for child-centered, culturally responsive pedagogy—a cornerstone of her mission to create a more just and equitable society through education.

As the host of the Conscious Pathways Podcast, Brittney illuminates the intersection of education and social justice, weaving together insights from her extensive professional journey and advocacy work. Her approach is marked by authenticity, compassion, and a profound commitment to uplifting marginalized voices.

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July 2, 2024

Changing The Way We Perceive Early Childhood Educators with Brittney Carey

In this episode of The Exit Interview Podcast, host Dr. Asia Lyons welcomes Brittney Carey, an early childhood education (ECE) advocate and founder of Conscious Pathways. Brittney shares her personal journey into education, inspired by a transformative third-grade teacher, and discusses the unique challenges and rewards of working in early childhood settings. The conversation delves into the undervaluation of ECE professionals—particularly Black women—highlighting issues of low pay, burnout, and limited career mobility. Brittney and Dr. Asia explore the critical role ECE educators play in child development, the need for higher standards and respect in the field, and the systemic barriers that disproportionately impact women of color. Brittney also addresses exclusionary discipline practices, the concept of “soft expulsion,” and offers advice for parents advocating for their children. The episode concludes with Brittney reflecting on her transition to education consulting, her passion …
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