HR Interview Questions to Lessen Turnover

Employee turnover can often feel like an inevitable part of running a child care program, but it does not have to be. With the right systems in place, child care leaders can confidently attract, select, develop, and retain team members who strengthen their culture rather than drain it.

In our recent IKS Academy webinar with Tameenah Adams, a Certified Human Resources Professional, John Maxwell Certified Coach, founder of ChildcareHR, and experienced child care entrepreneur with more than 25 years of expertise, we explored the full lifecycle of hiring and retention. Drawing on her deep background in HR, leadership development, and building successful child care teams, Tameenah guided us through how a strong and intentional selection process can dramatically reduce turnover. The session delivered practical, actionable steps leaders can implement right away to create a more stable, engaged, and accountable team.

Here’s What We Covered

• How to build a full-system approach to reduce turnover.

• How to strengthen the selection and interview process.

• How to identify the right candidates and avoid red flags.

• How to set clear expectations and reduce turnover costs.

Final Thoughts

Reducing turnover is not about luck; it is about systems. When leaders build strong, intentional processes across recruiting, selection, onboarding, retention, and off-boarding, they create workplaces where staff feel valued, supported, and equipped to succeed.

By hiring for character, communicating openly, and building relationships from the very first interaction, leaders can dramatically increase stability and create a school culture where both children and staff flourish.

We are grateful for the incredible engagement and insights shared during this session with our IKS Academy community!

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Watch the full webinar replay here.

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