NAEYC and DEC Codes that are of Importance to Me:
1.) We shall maintain confidentiality and shall
respect the family’s right to privacy, refraining from
disclosure of confidential information and intrusion
into family life. However, when we have reason to
believe that a child’s welfare is at risk, it is permissible
to share confidential information with agencies, as
well as with individuals who have legal responsibility
for intervening in the child’s interest ----I feel that this ideal is of significance to me because it's always important to remember that a families business is nobodies else's! With that being said, all things concerning the family and well-being of the child should be kept in confidence between the center and family involved. But there are also instances that information should be provided to other outside agencies such as DFACS, court systems, etc. These are times when personal information needs to be shared for the best outcome for the child. (NAEYC Code)
2.) To establish and maintain relationships of
respect, trust, confidentiality, collaboration, and
cooperation with co-workers---I feel that classrooms and centers flow so much better when the players work cohesively. When team members don't get along, the friction starts to show throughout the center. This is why I feel it's very important to respect those who are around you and whom you work with, especially within the classroom. Even young children can sense tension and feel when something is not right, so it's best for all members of the team to be respectful players, and when problems arise, get them solved immediately. (NAEYC Code)
3.) 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---Education is an ever evolving thing. I think it's important for those who are in the field of education to stay current and educated with new ideas and techniques that are developed within the field. Every year Head Start offers Preservice classes for employers to learn more about ECE. I feel this is wonderful as the organization is keeping it's employers educated. (DEC Code)
Shawanza
ReplyDeleteI like the code you have chosen, to keep information confidential. As professionals, we have to make sure all information are kept in private unless like you mentioned court has ordered it. I notice a couple of educators would discuss a child to another educator in a different school, that is inappropriate. A parent trust is hard to build at first.
Hi Shawanza,
ReplyDeleteI also chose "To establish and maintain relationships of respect, trust, confidentiality, collaboration, and cooperation with co-workers". I am the director at a center and I hear a lot from the staff about challenges they have with co-workers and I have to tell you, sometimes I am astonished at the way grown adults treat each other! You are completely right that when team members do not get along, it starts to show throughout the entire center. It begins to erode morale for everyone, I think. We are also examples to our children of how they should interact with each other. When I see staff members treating each other poorly, I sometimes wonder if they have forgotten why they chose the field.
Hi shawanza,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, when you need to deal with every child one a personal note, this will help you become close to the child, some children might be having hunger problem and this does not allow the child concentrate in school.