There were many professional ideals displayed in the NAEYC and the DEC code of Ethics. I pulled three standards from the code of ethics because I am not familiar with the code of ethics standards as I am with the NAEYC standards. I feel as if it is important for me to become familiar with these ideals because of their importance in the early childhood field.
Professional and Interpersonal Behavior
6. We shall build relationships with individual children and families while individualizing the curricula
and learning environments to facilitate young children’s development and learning.
This is important because becoming familiar with individual needs allows instructors to facilitate and to create a better learning environment and to create resources that meet individual needs. Acknowledging that children learn in many different ways is important in this field. Families play a significant role in a young child’s educations. I feel as if it is important to try a meet each family individual need to promote the well being of a child.
Professional Development and Preparation
2.We shall continually be aware of issues challenging the field of early childhood special education
And advocate for changes in laws, regulations, and policies leading to improved outcomes and
Services for young children with disabilities and their families.
Special Education is an essential part of early childhood education. This code is extremely important because as a professional in this field it is important to be aware of underlying issues regarding special education. The field of special education requires powerful advocacy. Certain ethics must be in alignment with a specific system in order for services to be administered.
Enhancement of Children’s and Families’ Quality of Lives
4.We shall advocate for equal access to high quality services and supports for all children and
Families to enhance their quality of lives.
It is important to provide more than educational services to children and their families. Advocating for families so that they receive the best services to promote the whole well-being and impact the performance of education.
Creating a Place for All Children