Examining Codes of Ethics

NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct

· Ethical Responsibilities to Children:

           I-1.3-To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.

This ideal means a lot to me. As an educator it is very important to understand and respect the differences in all children and that they all have something special to bring to their learning environment. I enjoy the differences that all children bring. Their uniqueness teaches us and in return as an educator I grow and find different and creative ways to teach them and enhance their qualities, abilities, and potential.

· Ethical Responsibilities to Families

          I-2.3-To welcome all family members and encourage them to participate in the program.

As an educator it is very important to have parental/family involvement in their child's education and development. As a parent I can also see the importance of being involved and staying abreast of all the current events and information regarding my children's education and ways the program/school offer classes for parents. Being and involved parent in a welcoming environment is also important to your child.

· Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues

          A-Responsibilities to co-workers

  I-3A.2-To share resources with co-workers, collaborating to ensure that the best possible early childhood care and education program is provided.

Everybody in this field is there to better the lives of children and their families. If you have a great idea it will not benefit others if you keep it to yourself. We are not here to get "brownie points" for out shining our co-workers. The "brownie points" come in when you work together and share resources and creativity that will make a difference in the lives of young children and find ways to improve and make the program better.

DEC Code of Ethics

·         Responsive Family Centered Practices

4. We shall empower families with information and resources so that they are informed consumers of services for their children.

We want families to have all the resources they need to make sure they have the best care and education for their child. As a professional in this field I believe it is our responsibility to provide families with the information they need to ensure the best quality care and programs.

·         Evidence Based Practices

2. We shall use every resource, including referral when appropriate, to ensure high quality services are accessible and are provided to children and families.

I believe this is so important and it ensures that children and families will have the services they need for success.

·         Professional Development and Preparation

4. We shall support professionals new to the field by mentoring them in the practice of evidence and ethically based services.

It is important to make yourself resourceful for new professionals. It can be overwhelming for new teachers in this field but with the help of a mentor it can make it a little smoother. I am mentoring a new teacher now and she has grown and learned so much. I also have learned how to mentor and become a better co-worker and professional through the mentoring program as this is my first time mentoring.