The field of early childhood upholds a strong and secure code of ethics. The NAEYC and the Division for Early Childhood both provide detailed explanations of their code of ethics and core values. The following are three ideas that are meaningful to me.
Professional Development and Preparation is critical to providing the most effective services for young children with disabilities and their families. Professional development is viewed and valued as an ongoing process guided by high standards and competencies for professional performance and practice.
- The Code of Ethics of the Division for Early Childhood (2010)
As a teacher, I value and honor professional development. I need to be a lifelong learner in order to give the very best to my students each and every day – especially those students with disabilities. The more information and awareness I have, the more opportunities I can provide for a child’s success in school and in life.
Appreciate childhood as a unique and valuable stage of the human life cycle.
-NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct (2005)
Children need to be respected and celebrated. I work hard to make sure that each child feels valued and full of purpose in and out of my classroom.
Respect the dignity, worth, and uniqueness of each individual (child, family member, and colleague) -NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct (2005)
Being a teacher, it is my job/duty to understand and be aware of who each of my students, their families, and my colleagues are. I can only be as successful in connecting, understanding, and guiding as I allow myself to be.
