Friday, April 15, 2011

The Code of Ethics of the Division for Early Childhood (DEC)

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.

2. We shall demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, truthfulness, and honesty in all our professional activities in order to inspire the trust and confidence of the children and families and of those with whom we work.

3. We shall strive for the highest level of personal and professional competence by seeking and using new evidence based information to improve our practices while also responding openly to the suggestions of others.

4. We shall serve as advocates for children with disabilities and their families and for the
professionals who serve them by supporting both policy and programmatic decisions that
enhance the quality of their lives.

This one is important to me because even though I feel it is important to have good partnership with the families I feel like professionalism is a key element. If its not establish all of your accomplishments will be destroyed. It is possible to be close the family and still be professional.

3 comments:

  1. I agree with you that professionalism is hugely important. I think professionalism comes down to three words: ethics, respect and boundaries. Partnerships are critical but a strong professional knows how to have boundaries even when they are close to a family.

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  2. I agree professionalism is very important ingredient to having a good partnership with families. We have to work as a team all for the benefit of our children and families.

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  3. Hello Kvonya! It has been great working with you over the past few weeks. I feel like I have gotten to know you and I loved learning about your passions in the EC field. Good luck with the rest of your studies! :)

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