1. Explore the Issue
Upon reviewing Laura Rivera’s ethical dilemma concerning Tyrone’s behavior as well as his parent’s harsh style of punishment, my first response would be to consult with the director of the program about my concerns. Meeting with the director will give insight on how to address Tyrone’s parents discipline style, not to mention, help me to organize my thoughts before I confront them (Artifact 1).
Equally important I must identify the stakeholders in this dilemma, which are Tyrone, his classmates, his classmates’ families, his parents, his teachers, along with the director and other administrators of the center. Tyrone along with his family are obvious stake holders in this scenario since Tyrone is the child who is exhibiting …show more content…
The teacher’s main objective is to ensure that every child is safe and healthy in her classroom. No child should feel scared or threatened in their learning environment (Artifact 3). Then Ideal 1.7 indicates that appropriate assessment information is accurate in order to properly assess if the child needs any additional services (NAEYC, 2011). Tyrone’s biting might be a result of a sensory issue or a social and emotional delay that requires Tyrone to receive services from a specialist. Not to mention that his aggressive behavior could emulate the punishment he receives at home. Another important Ideal that Tyrone’s teacher needs to consider is 1.10 which states that every child’s culture, language, ethnicity, are recognized and valued (NAEYC, 2011). Tyrone’s parents style of punishment could be representational of their culture and not intended to be destructive or abusive. However, on the other hand, his parents could be lacking the parental skills they need to deal with Tyrone’s behavior and just feel that using harsh discipline is their only way of handling his outbursts(Artifact …show more content…
Keeping this in mind, I must automatically cross out the first possible resolution on my list which indicates ignoring the harsh discipline the parents use altogether. A teacher simply cannot ignore a possible child endangerment. The Code of Ethics clearly points out that above all, “we shall not harm children”. Nor shall we participate in practices that are emotionally damaging, physical harmful, disrespectful, degrading, dangerous, exploitative, or intimidating to children.” Meaning that ignoring a possible endangerment would coincide with this principle because to ignore it would be emotionally damaging, disrespectful, and dangerous if the child was getting hurt or even abused. However, just as important, not telling the parents about their child’s behavior is not ethical as well. Since, Ideal 2.2 states that as a teacher I must develop a relationship with the family based on trust as well as create partnerships with the families (NAEYC, 2011). Keeping secrets about the child is not building a trusting relationship nor is it creating a partnership. Likewise, if police are to be involved I must first exhaust all other possible solutions on my list, like consulting with my director, provide the parents with evidence-based resources to equip them with
Upon reviewing Laura Rivera’s ethical dilemma concerning Tyrone’s behavior as well as his parent’s harsh style of punishment, my first response would be to consult with the director of the program about my concerns. Meeting with the director will give insight on how to address Tyrone’s parents discipline style, not to mention, help me to organize my thoughts before I confront them (Artifact 1).
Equally important I must identify the stakeholders in this dilemma, which are Tyrone, his classmates, his classmates’ families, his parents, his teachers, along with the director and other administrators of the center. Tyrone along with his family are obvious stake holders in this scenario since Tyrone is the child who is exhibiting …show more content…
The teacher’s main objective is to ensure that every child is safe and healthy in her classroom. No child should feel scared or threatened in their learning environment (Artifact 3). Then Ideal 1.7 indicates that appropriate assessment information is accurate in order to properly assess if the child needs any additional services (NAEYC, 2011). Tyrone’s biting might be a result of a sensory issue or a social and emotional delay that requires Tyrone to receive services from a specialist. Not to mention that his aggressive behavior could emulate the punishment he receives at home. Another important Ideal that Tyrone’s teacher needs to consider is 1.10 which states that every child’s culture, language, ethnicity, are recognized and valued (NAEYC, 2011). Tyrone’s parents style of punishment could be representational of their culture and not intended to be destructive or abusive. However, on the other hand, his parents could be lacking the parental skills they need to deal with Tyrone’s behavior and just feel that using harsh discipline is their only way of handling his outbursts(Artifact …show more content…
Keeping this in mind, I must automatically cross out the first possible resolution on my list which indicates ignoring the harsh discipline the parents use altogether. A teacher simply cannot ignore a possible child endangerment. The Code of Ethics clearly points out that above all, “we shall not harm children”. Nor shall we participate in practices that are emotionally damaging, physical harmful, disrespectful, degrading, dangerous, exploitative, or intimidating to children.” Meaning that ignoring a possible endangerment would coincide with this principle because to ignore it would be emotionally damaging, disrespectful, and dangerous if the child was getting hurt or even abused. However, just as important, not telling the parents about their child’s behavior is not ethical as well. Since, Ideal 2.2 states that as a teacher I must develop a relationship with the family based on trust as well as create partnerships with the families (NAEYC, 2011). Keeping secrets about the child is not building a trusting relationship nor is it creating a partnership. Likewise, if police are to be involved I must first exhaust all other possible solutions on my list, like consulting with my director, provide the parents with evidence-based resources to equip them with