Thank You

Since I am not able to post on your blogs until there is a blog to post about, I figured I would start with my Thank you's through this post. I want to thank all of you for taking the time to read all my post, comments, and opinions that I have shared with all of you. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your experiences with me. It was great to have you in my group and I can only hope that we will meet again in future courses!!!

Examining Codes of Ethics

Naeyc - Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment

I-1.3— To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.

It is very important to understand students and their backgrounds. Who they are and where they come from is a great tool for teachers to have in order to navigate them in the right direction. I feel that each individual has their own personality and should be praised and encouraged with their uniqueness.

I-1.10— To ensure that each child’s culture, language, ethnicity, and family structure are recognized and valued in the program.

Another important factor is a teacher’s ability in learning their student’s cultures and ethnicity. Family structure is a great way to understand and imagine how a child has been raised. All these personal factors can contribute into having a great relationship with parents and students.

I-1.11—To provide all children with experiences in a language that they know, as well as support children in maintaining the use of their home language and in learning English.

It is important to be well aware of native languages. Children move to the United Sates from all over the world. It is a difficult transition to arrive to a new place where no one speaks your language. Teachers need to be sensitive to different English Language Learners. I do not believe in teaching them in their language because from my experience they get comfortable in translation and do not attempt to speak in English. It is a delicate matter in which we as teachers need to work with these students.

DEC- Code of Ethics

Enhancement of Children’s and Families’ Quality of Lives

1.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.

Respect is one of the best attributes a professional can have. It is not always easy to respect another’s opinion and culture because everyone has a different view. However, I believe it is a strong skill one has to acquire as an educator in order to be able to adapt and understand coworkers, families, children and others who we will work with.

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.

It is important to always keep parents involved on the development of their child in a classroom. If there is a problem with a student it is very important to always sit with a parent and explain to them delicately, that their child could have a situation that needs to be looked into. Always have evidence and anecdotal notes to justify why you are worried about a student.

7. We shall be responsible for protecting the confidentiality of the children and families we serve by protecting all forms of verbal, written, and electronic communication.

I believe that it is always advisable to keep situations confidential between teacher and student and teacher and parents. Confidentiality is a form of respect in a professional relationship. It also instills trust which is a major factor in understanding children and their families. If these children and families can trust a teacher, they will always feel that it is safe to explain situations at home and ask for help.