As a Senior Research and Policy Associate, Wanzi leads CSCCE’s work exploring the intersection between the well-being of educators and that of children and communities. The goal is to inform policy solutions and investments that support educator well-being, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Previously, Wanzi worked in policy and planning in the early childhood education and care sector in Canada since 2012. She supported the development of regional child care services implementation strategies that were as equitable as possible. Wanzi has earned a master’s degree in planning from the University of Guelph, Canada. In her spare time, she likes to travel.
Publications by Wanzi Muruvi
Teaching Transitional Kindergarten: A Snapshot of the Teacher Experience Before UTK Expansion
December 6, 2022 • Report • By Elena Montoya, Anna Powell, Lea J.E. Austin, Yoonjeon Kim, Wanzi Muruvi and Abby Copeman Petig
In the fall of 2020, CSCCE surveyed almost 300 TK teachers in classrooms throughout California as part of the California Early Care and Education Workforce Study. This brief provides…
August 23, 2022 • Report • By Elena Montoya, Lea J.E. Austin, Anna Powell, Yoonjeon Kim, Abby Copeman Petig and Wanzi Muruvi
Drawing on findings from the 2020 California Early Care and Education Workforce Study, this report provides statewide and regional wage and benefits data for home- and center- based early…
Early Care and Education Programs During COVID-19: Persistent Inequities and Emerging Challenges
June 1, 2022 • Report • By Yoonjeon Kim, Elena Montoya, Lea J.E. Austin, Anna Powell and Wanzi Muruvi
This report takes a closer look at the impact of COVID-19 on early care and education (ECE) programs, staffing and disparities using data collected by the Center by the Center…