Examining Codes of Ethics

These are the NAEYC and DEC codes of ethics that I choose, that are meaningful to me and  their significance to my professional life. Rules procedures are needed to guild, support, and remind professionals of their ethical responsibilities to children and their families rights to be treated with dignity and respect. Theses codes of ethics are meaningful to me because they help give voice to the importance of a child's positive self esteem. In Addison, codes of ethics mandates  that as caregivers, teachers, professionals, and advocates we  must protect the overall well being of all children. Our interpersonal behaviors guide us in providing quality services to children and families. These ideals supports my purpose of being a professional in the field of early childhood education. 
 Ethical Responsibilities to Children:
Childhood is a unique and valuable stage in the

human life cycle. Our paramount responsibility is to

provide care and education in settings that are safe,

healthy, nurturing, and responsive for each child. We

are committed to supporting children’s development

and learning; respecting individual differences; and

helping children learn to live, play, and work cooperatively.

We are also committed to promoting

children’s self-awareness, competence, self-worth,

resiliency, and physical well-being.


The Ideals:
—To recognize and respect the unique qualities, —To appreciate the vulnerability of children and —To create and maintain safe and healthy settings

enhance the quality of their lives.

 I-1.3—To recognize and respect the unique qualities, —To appreciate the vulnerability of children and —To create and maintain safe and healthy settings

I-1.4

their dependence on adults.

I-1.5

that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and

physical development and that respect their dignity

and their contributions.

abilities, and potential of each child.
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

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 enchance the quality of their lives.