DEC Code of Ethics and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment provide guidelines and conduct for early childhood professionals. Three that are meaningful to me:
DEC Code of Ethics
Professional and Interpersonal Behavior (3) We shall strive for the highest level or personal and professional competence by seeking and using new evidence based information to improve our practices while also responding openly to the suggestions of others
I am always willing to work with others (colleagues and families) and since the start of this course I have learned so much more about myself and learning new things from sources I need to seek out. Instead of waiting for sources to appear on my desk for someone around me I look out and about on my own
Professional Development (1) We shall engage in on going and systematic reflective inquiry and self assessment for the purpose of continuous improvement of professional performance and services to young children with disabilities and their families.
Early intervention and action is a critical part in children's development. I am a firm believer in IEP's and integration in a school and classroom. Assessment is not a one time deal but continuous documentation on the growth and change in a child with our without disabilities.
NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment
Ethical Responsibilities to children (1.1) To be familiar with the knowledge base of early childhood care and education and to stay informed through continuing education and training
I just went to a conference at a local college to enhance my knowledge on infant and toddler care with a few of my colleagues. There we earned credited hours towards professional development needed.
1.3 To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.
I am a firm believer in the individual child. I work hard every day to provide activities and lessons and a program for each child that I have. I know my children in the class and I want to make what ever I do work for the uniqueness and individualism of each child.
Ethical Responsibilities to Community and Society (4.1) To provide the community with a high quality early child hood care and education programs and services.
I want to provide what is best for the children and families of the community that I live in. This is a huge goal that has to be tackled in so many ways.
NAEYC, (2005, April). Code of ethical conduct and statement of commitment. Retrieved April 17, 2013 from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf
The Division for Early Childhood. (2000, August) Code of Ethics. Retrieved April 17, 2013 from http://www.dec-sped.org
I wrote more than three in the end. It was hard to find three that were meaningful to me. There were many that are part of my professional life
ReplyDelete1.3 To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child is one that is meaningful to me as well. Every child is important and every child deserves an equal opportunity.
ReplyDeleteHello Samantha,
ReplyDeleteI have really enjoyed your weekly post on your blogs. You have a great understanding of what is needed to better the education and welfare of our children. Thank you for the insight that I have gained from your post.
Elijah