Examining Codes of Ethics

Every piece of these two documents is of great value and applicable to my profession! Although it was difficult to choose a few , below are three ideals that are particularly meaningful to me. 

1.To be familiar with the knowledge base of early

childhood care and education and to stay informed

through continuing education and training.
Teachers must be life-long learners.  It is crucial to remain current on best practices in order to continually meet the needs of all children in our classrooms.  The teaching profession is ever changing and the paradigm shifts often.  I MUST make it a priority to  remain up to date on current  research in order to implement best teaching practices in my classroom.    

2.To ensure that each child’s culture, language,

ethnicity, and family structure are recognized and

valued in the program.
  Diversity should be celebrated!  U.S. classrooms are the most diverse in the world.  As a teacher of Enlish Language Developmet,  I must foster safe and inviting learning environments in which students can feel comfortable actively engaging. so that they can learn.   In order to do so,  I must  lead by example to teach patience, tolerence and respect towards all. 

3.To establish and maintain relationships of

respect, trust, confidentiality, collaboration, and

cooperation with co-workers.
  As Hillary Rodham Clinton said "It takes a village to raise a child."  Through collaboration with collegues,  we learn from each other and grow in professional knowledge as we work together towards a common goal of doing what is best for all studentss.  I know that if we do not trust and respect one another, we will not be able to effectively collaborate.

References:
Article: 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.pdfArticle: The Division for Early Childhood. (2000, August). Code of ethics. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from
http://www.dec-sped.org/