Sunday, December 18, 2011

DEC Code of Ethics

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.

Every education professional (or any professional) should wholly embrace and believe the statement above by the DEC. The world would be a better place for it.

NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment

To appreciate the vulnerability of children and their dependence on adult.

To truly support children we must respect them. Sometimes we forget that children are vulnerable because they are so happy all the time. As they navigate the world, we should be there for them to catch them when they fall and encourage them when they are afraid and celebrate their successes!

NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment

To respect the dignity and preferences of each family and to make an effort to learn about its structure, culture, language, customs, and beliefs.

I love this Code of Ethic, especially the use of the phrase: respect the dignity. It is so important as a teacher to embrace all children and their families.