Codes of Ethics

(NAEYC) Section I: Ethical Responsibilities to children

 Ideas 1.1- To be familiar with the knowledge base of early childhood care and education and to stay informed through continuing education and training.

(DEC) II Professional Development and Preparation

1.       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.

      Significant -As professionals it is important to continue to expand our knowledge base in the field. I’m dedicated to learning so I can make an impact on the field.

(NAEYC) Section I: Ethical Responsibilities to children

Principles 1.8-We shall be familiar with the risk factors for and symptoms of child abuse and neglect, including physical, sexual, verbal and emotional abuse and physical, emotional, educational, medical neglect. We shall know and follow state laws and community procedures that protect children against abuse and neglect.

(DEC) III Responsive Family Practices-Enhancement of Children’s Families’ Quality of Lives

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.

      Significant-As professionals you have to an advocate for the child and their family well-being.

   (NAEYC) Section II: Ethnical Responsibilities to families

                    Principles P-2.2- We shall inform families of program philosophy, policies, curriculum, assessment system, and personnel qualifications, and explain why we tech as we do-which should be in accordance with our ethnical responsibilities to children.

(DEC) Responsive Family Practices

3.       We shall respect, value, promote, and encourage the active participation of ALL families by engaging families in meaningful ways in the assessment and intervention processes.

      Significant - It’s important to engage the parents in the program so they can have an advocate for their child. We need to give the parent a chance to make decisions and comment when needed.