Words of Inspiration and Motivation

NAEYC CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

Ethical Responsibilities to Children

P-1.1—Above all, we shall not harm children. We shall not participate in practices that are emotionally damaging, physically harmful, disrespectful, degrading, dangerous, exploitative, or intimidating to children. This principle has precedence over all others in this Code. 

(NAEYC, 2005)

I chose this principle because I have personally seen physical punishment, insulting, degrading, and abusive language by the teacher to a student. It was a total demoralizing situation for the kid, and it affected his entire life.

Ethical Responsibilities to Families

P-2.6—As families share information with us about their children and families, we shall consider this information to plan and implement the program. (NAEYC, 2005)

I work at an Early Learning Center. I intend to apply this principle in my work environment.

DEC CODE OF ETHICS

Professional Development and Preparation

II.1. We shall engage in ongoing and systematic reflective inquiry and self-assessment for the purpose of continuous improvement of professional performance and services to young children with disabilities and their families. (The Division for Early Childhood, 2009)

Enhancement of Children’s and 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. (The Division for Early Childhood, 2009)

I have never worked for special children. I selected the above codes as my introductory knowledge about this field.

Notes for Future Reference

I will refer to the two codes of Ethics again & again. I am therefore providing a link to both codes with some introductory words from their websites.

The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct offers guidelines for responsible behavior and sets forth a common basis for resolving the principal ethical dilemmas encountered in early childhood care and education. 

For a complete code of Ethics go to the following link:

https://naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/resources/position-statements/Ethics%20Position%20Statement2011_09202013update.pdf

The Code of Ethics of the Division for Early Childhood (DEC) of the Council for Exceptional Children is a public statement of principles and practice guidelines supported by the mission of DEC……….

For a complete code of Ethics go to the following link:.

https://www.decdocs.org/member-code-of-ethics