- To recognize and respect unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child. (NAEYC)
- Every child is truly unique in their learning abilities. Some children are visual learners, where they learn best with seeing pictures and other visual representations. Other children learn best through hands-on activities, where they are able to learn through exploration or play. There are many different learning styles and each child learns at their own pace. That is why one-on-one interactions with each child in the classroom is so important. Group teaching can be beneficial for social experiences, but working with children individually will help make sure that students are receiving the attention and instruction that they need to support their growth in learning.
- To work through education, research, and advocacy toward a society in which all young children have access to high-quality early care and education programs. (NAEYC)
- Our children are the future of the world that we live in. Unfortunately, the child care centers in the United States are mediocre at best. There are programs, such as Head Start, that offer high-quality early educational services to select children, but that leaves the majority of the children in the United States with low-quality care. We as early childhood professionals need to push for more government and private funding to provide high-quality education to ALL children across the United States. If we want our children to be successful in life, we need to provide our children with a strong education-based foundation that fosters the natural development of children.
- 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. (DEC)
- Early childhood educators serve as mentors of children for the families that we serve. Educators need to partner with family members to ensure that each child receives the best possible education based off of the child's individual abilities and needs. Assessments and curriculum used in the classroom need to reflect each child's needs and abilities and should be discussed regularly with the families to ensure that proper instruction is taking place. Families place their trust in educators to educate their children, but often do so without the knowledge of exactly what is taking place in the classroom. Educators need to encourage regular family participation so that families can continue the learning process in their own homes.
References:
NAEYC. (2005, April). Code of ethical conduct and statement of commitment. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf
The Division of Early Childhood. (2000, August). Code of ethics. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.dec-sped.org/
Great statements! Love them all. They all work hand in hand with each other. Each child is different and learn in their own way. It is up to us as educators to parnter up with other teachers and parents to bring out the best in our students because OUR STUDENTS ARE OUR FUTURE!!!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely agree that all children should have the access to high quality care and education. As such, I believe it is extremely important that professionals in the early childhood field commit to this. A good way to ensure quality care and education is through continued research and professional development.
ReplyDeleteA. Holmes
I love how you talked about the different learning styles of each child. I think this is one of the most important items for teachers to focus on when they are planning activities for young children. Early childhood classrooms sometimes become a "one size fits all" environment and it is detrimental for our children. I also agree that we need to push for more funding. If we could just get the focus on early childhood there would be fewer problems for society as the children become adults. Great post!
ReplyDeleteTiffany,
ReplyDeleteI wanted to let you know how much I have enjoyed your blog! Your postings are both enjoyable and informative and offered me food for thought on many occasions. It is easy to feel your passion for children and families through your postings. I hope that you find much joy through your continuing professional and personal growth.
Sincerely,
Monette
Tiffany,
ReplyDeleteI would like thank you for all your feedback and ideas. I have enjoyed all of your blog postings as well as discussions to the class.I am grateful to have worked with a caring and compassionate person as yourself whom have played a part in my professional growth. I have really enjoyed your insights and I value this experience. I wish you great success in the days and months that lie ahead.
Thanks,
Jamill
Hi Tiffany,
ReplyDeleteI wish you the best in your endeavors and thank you so much for sharing personal stories and triumphs. A new year is coming and I pray that you and your family are blessed. Lets make it to the finish line in school and change the world one child at a time. Thank you for your inspiring posts and sharing your experiences.
Rosalind