Dr. Anastasia Vatou’s academic and research interests lie at the intersection of early childhood education, social pedagogy, and teacher professional development. Her work focuses on the development and validation of tools for assessing social self-efficacy in educators, the promotion of teacher well-being, and the implementation of positive behavior support systems in preschool settings. She is actively involved in international research collaborations, including Erasmus+ projects, emphasizing socio-emotional learning, family learning environments, and cross-cultural perspectives in education. Her teaching and research are deeply informed by a commitment to evidence-based practices that support both educators and young children in diverse educational contexts.