The DEC and NAEYC codes of ethics exposed some important reminders of why I truly want to be part of a profession that place important values when considering all children, all families investing in the early childhood (EC) field and individuals willing working within this field to increase the quality care that govern our profession. I have worked within this field in various capacities that made me question the individuals I worked for and how I viewed and valued the (EC) profession. The DEC codes in particular discuss the enhancement of children’s and families quality of life when investing in child care development. Under this code #2 we should be able to identify professionals that recognize the responsibility to improve the developmental
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We either choose the latter by saying nothing, resigning, and/or leaving the EC field altogether. After I left the resource and referral agency for other uncontrollable circumstances, I realized, I had the power to share my concerns and provide suggestions to better fulfill the agency’s mission statement, to suggest outcomes that are sustainable yet honorable to the Smart Start funding board members, and my general belief system about supporting all programs for the greater good. If I had referred to the NAEYC code of ethics; Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues A—Responsibilities to co-workers I-3A.2—to share resources with co-workers, collaborating to ensure that the best possible early childhood care and education program is provided. I would have had the courage and ability to share effective resources that would have supported my understanding of providing technical assistance to all programs regardless if they had a higher chance to maintain their star rating or the ability to increase stars. I have read many success stories that signify the importance of building positive relationships and modeling the type of professionalism to evoke change in individuals who can see passionate EC professionals who care about the type of quality needed for success for young children. I also would have referred to the NAEYC code of ethics C—Responsibilities to employeesI-3C.2—To create and maintain a climate of trust and candor that will enable staff to speak and act in the best interests of children, families, and the field of early childhood care and education. It was our duty as an agency and EC professionals to make sure that all children and families have access to quality care by providing effective technical assistance that will promote an extension of professional development opportunities, resources to encourage all the key
We either choose the latter by saying nothing, resigning, and/or leaving the EC field altogether. After I left the resource and referral agency for other uncontrollable circumstances, I realized, I had the power to share my concerns and provide suggestions to better fulfill the agency’s mission statement, to suggest outcomes that are sustainable yet honorable to the Smart Start funding board members, and my general belief system about supporting all programs for the greater good. If I had referred to the NAEYC code of ethics; Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues A—Responsibilities to co-workers I-3A.2—to share resources with co-workers, collaborating to ensure that the best possible early childhood care and education program is provided. I would have had the courage and ability to share effective resources that would have supported my understanding of providing technical assistance to all programs regardless if they had a higher chance to maintain their star rating or the ability to increase stars. I have read many success stories that signify the importance of building positive relationships and modeling the type of professionalism to evoke change in individuals who can see passionate EC professionals who care about the type of quality needed for success for young children. I also would have referred to the NAEYC code of ethics C—Responsibilities to employeesI-3C.2—To create and maintain a climate of trust and candor that will enable staff to speak and act in the best interests of children, families, and the field of early childhood care and education. It was our duty as an agency and EC professionals to make sure that all children and families have access to quality care by providing effective technical assistance that will promote an extension of professional development opportunities, resources to encourage all the key