Robin C. Miller
NAEYC
and DEC Codes of Ethical Conduct
All of the codes in The NAEYC and The DEC Code of
Ethics are equally important. I have found these specific three that stick out
for me personally.
The DEC CODE OF ETHICS – Professional and Interpersonal
Behavior
1. We
shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the
unique value and human potential of each child.
I find this code particularly important to the
employees of the early childhood field. I have had many experiences were
employees will talk amongst each other, while working around children, about
the details of the development of a certain child and what they can and cannot
do. Employees must understand that children’s information is strictly
confidential and should not be shared with anyone besides the parents, and the
director unless told otherwise.
The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct – Ethical
Responsibilities to Families
P-2.14
– In cases where family member are in conflict with one another, we shall work
openly, sharing our observations of the child, to help all parties involved
make informed decisions. We shall refrain from becoming an advocate for one
party.
I have seen plenty of times where a professional
would cater more towards one party than another because of the gender of the
family member. Each member involved in the child’s life that plays an important
KEY role has the same rights to know what’s going on in the child’s life in
school as long as it does not cross the confidentiality rule.
The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct – Ethical
Responsibilities to Colleagues
I-3A.4 – To accord co-workers due
recognition of professional achievement.
It takes a lot of concentration, dedication, and
hard work to complete a training, certificate, or degree. A little
acknowledgement from co-workers and employers goes a long way. If the person
put out the time to gain more knowledge to help improve him or herself
recognition should be due to that person especially if it helps advance a
facility, their teaching, or others around them.
Hi Robin,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that all of the code of ethics' ideals are important. And I like the ones you selected. Your first one is one I also selected because I feel it is so important to value and respect children and to value and respect their individual differences. When we do this and we show them that we value and respect them then their potential will flourish. I always say that no one knows anyone's potential...ever! So we cannot stop teaching because they may have reached their potential. We never know how they will grow up and what they will become or what their passion is. Passion drives potential and I sometimes surprise myself on the potential I have because back in the day I never thought I would be where I am today.
Thanks for sharing!
Denise;)
Robin,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that everyone needs to be supported and respected: children, families, and colleagues alike. Anyone regardless of age feels better when someone takes the time to listen and appreciate their uniqueness and when they feel better, they are more collaborative.
Annie P.
I also agree with your statements. I believe respect to be the foundation of relationships whether it is children, families, or co-workers. When a child experiences a kind and loving environment where they are treated with respect they learn to trust others and to develop a positive sense of self.
ReplyDeleteColleague Robin:
ReplyDeleteI have listened to the voices of all that have responded to your post and I too am joining in to uphold and value respect as fundamental to success in all that we do within the early childhood field. Thank you for sharing.