As employees wrap up their summer vacations, they’re stepping back into the harsh reality of finding child care coverage ahead of back-to-school season.
Seventy-two percent of parents say uncertainty around school and child care schedules causes them stress, according to the American Psychological Association. But child care gaps can be a year-round challenge that impacts parents’ productivity if not managed properly, says Wes Burke, CHRO of Care.com, an online marketplace for caregivers.
