“We shall
honor and respect our responsibilities to colleagues while upholding the
dignity and autonomy of colleagues and maintaining collegial interprofessional
and intraprofessional relationships.” (DEC, 2009)
As professionals we may find it
difficult to always keep a smile of our face and be nice to everyone. Though we
may find it difficult it is part of being professional to uphold a good image
and help your colleagues.
“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.” (DEC, 2009)
I-2.4
“—To listen to families, acknowledge and build upon their
strengths and competencies, and learn from families as we support them in their
task of nurturing children.” (NAEYC, 2005)
Every family is important and
deserves the respect of being acknowledged and listened to. As professionals
this is very important in gaining a respectable relationship between you and you
and the families within your classroom.
I-2.5
“—To respect the dignity and preferences of each family
and to make an effort to learn about its structure, culture, language, customs,
and beliefs.” (NAEYC, 2005)
Every family is different. In whatever
situation they are in they deserve respect and understanding. It is not our
place to form opinions about their family structure, culture, customs, or
beliefs. Having an understanding of these things will however help you to
understand the child as they are.
References
NAEYC. (2005, April). Code of ethical conduct and statement of
commitment. Retrieved
from
http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf
The Division for Early Childhood. (2009, August). Code of ethics.
Retrieved from
http://www.dec-sped.org
