DEC and NAEYC Code of Ethics

DEC (Division of Early Childhood) - Code of Ethics that are significant to me:

“We shall build relationships with individual children and families while individualizing the curricula and learning environments to facilitate young children’s development and learning.”

 

o   This code represents how teachers should get the families involved in their child’s education and how it’s important for teachers to create learning environments that support each child’s learning style.

“We shall honor and respect the diverse backgrounds of our colleagues including such diverse characteristics as sexual orientation, race, national origin, religious beliefs, or other affiliations.”

o   Early childhood professionals need to understand that we are all working towards a common goal, and that is to educate, nurture, and support children.  Professionals need to be respectful of each other’s diverse characteristics and work together to make a positive impact in a child’s life. 

NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)-Ideals

“To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.”

 

o   Each child has their own unique personality and way of learning.  Early childhood professionals should acknowledge and respect this in order to support each child.  In my classroom, I give each child ample one on one time to support their individual needs and teach them at a pace that is comfortable for them.