Code of Ethics

I-1.9—To advocate for and ensure that all children,
including those with special needs, have access to the
support services needed to be successful.

I agree that all children have the right to learn. When children with special needs I want to make sure that I can guide them to receive the support services they need to be successful whether this speech, occupational therapy or whatever type of service is needed to give them the best learning experience possible.

I-1.10—To ensure that each child’s culture, language,
ethnicity, and family structure are recognized and
valued in the program

This is important because children do have different backgrounds and as a teacher you need to be aware of the differences. You need to respect others culture and language.

I-2.1—To be familiar with the knowledge base related to
working effectively with families and to stay informed
through continuing education and training.

In order for me as a teacher I must stay aware of changes that may take place in the Early Childhood field. The more knowledge we have the better professionals we can become.


I-2.2—To develop relationships of mutual trust and
create partnerships with the families we serve.

Not only do I serve the children but their families as well. We are a team working together to give their children a great learning experience. I am also building a team with my parents in order to help them along the way also. This may be a parent who needs to go back to school to earn their GED. I am building that partnership with them to become a team.

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

Parent involvement is very important in a program and we as teachers need to get our families involved. I always keep an open door policy with my parents. They are welcomed at all times and I love having parent volunteers in the classroom.

DEC
Responsive Family Centered Practices*Professional and Interpersonal Behavior
1. We shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the unique value
and human potential of each child.
2. We shall demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, truthfulness, and honesty in all
our professional activities in order to inspire the trust and confidence of the children and families
and of those with whom we work.
3. We shall strive for the highest level of 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.
4. We shall serve as advocates for children with disabilities and their families and for the
professionals who serve them by supporting both policy and programmatic decisions that
enhance the quality of their lives.

All of the above go back to being the best teacher you can be and in order to do this you must be willing to strive toward the things listed above. I am a professional in the Early Childhood field and I want to learn more everyday so that I can give my students a great learning expeience that they will carry with them in years to come.


Enhancement of Children’s and Families’ Quality of Lives
1. We shall demonstrate our respect and concern for children, families, colleagues, and others with
whom we work, honoring their beliefs, values, customs, languages, and culture.
2. We shall recognize our responsibility to improve the developmental outcomes of children and to
provide services and supports in a fair and equitable manner to all families and children.
3. We shall recognize and respect the dignity, diversity, and autonomy of the families and children
we serve.
4. We shall advocate for equal access to high quality services and supports for all children and
families

I must understand the families I serve and remember that no two are alike. I must treat my families fair and not judge them due to certain things. I remember why I am in this field and what I want for the students I serve so in order for the best to happen I know I must give the best support I can give to the students and families I serve. I love my job and want to make the best of it. I want my students to look back in the years to come and say they remember me.