Code of Ethiics Early Childhood

AEYC AND DEC CODE OF ETHICS

NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct

I-1.3—To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child. If we come into a child care center with this in focus we will be able to help children develop appropriately.  Children are unique and they all learn at different levels.

I-1.4—To appreciate the vulnerability of children and their dependence on adults. Children are very vulnerable so we must be careful what we do as adults as we shape the lives of children.  Taking careful notice of their vulnerability will keep us in line.

I-1.5—To create and maintain safe and healthy settings that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development and that respect their dignity and their contributions.  Environment is so important to children’s learning.  If the environment is conducive to learning for children more creativity will happen the classroom setting.

The Code of Ethics of the Division for Early Childhood (DEC)

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.  This is important because children model the behavior of adults.  We must be conscience that children are watching and learning from everything that we do.
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.  This is vitally important to me it all speaks to have respect for oneself in turn it will cause families to gain trust.  Once trust is gained from families it becomes easier to help the children and family.

Enhancement of Children’s and Families’ Quality of Lives

       3.  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.  Again, we cannot be advocates without respect.  We all learn from each other and children teach us as well through their innocence.

References

NAEYC. (2005, April). Code of ethical conduct and statement of commitment. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf

The Division for Early Childhood. (2000, August). Code of ethics. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from
http://www.dec-sped.org/