Code of Ethics (Ideals) that are meaningful to me

NAEYC Code of Ethics (Ideals)
I-1.3- To Recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.
It is good to identify special characteristics in each child in my future home daycare business. This will get parents excited and motivated about how their children are developing. All children are gifted in some way. When a professional can point out these talents in children, it is rewarding to the professional, the parent(s), and child in care.

I-1.4- To appreciate the vulnerability of children and their dependence on adults
This ideal is significant to my profession as a child-care provider. This is the reason that I chose to be a childcare provider. I enjoy guiding the little ones in the right direction physically and emotionally. The kids depend on me because they know that I will provide protection, love and materials for them to grow and develop. If the kids were not vulnerable and dependent, there would be no need for child care.

I-1.8- To support the right of each child to play and learn in an inclusive environment that meets the needs of children with and without disabilities.
This ideal is significant to my profession. I plan to have a home daycare business that will allow children with disabilities to interact and learn together. No child should feel isolated or alienated in our education system. All children should feel a sense belonging and unity in this learning community.

DEC (Ideals)
1. We shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the unique value and human potential of each child.
This ideal is significant to my profession because professionals need to lead by example. This is how we can help children learn and be successful later in life. When we show our appreciation for the potential of children, those children will feel encouraged to learn more.
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.
This ideal is significant because there is no reason for parents to trust childcare providers if the provider is not being honest about what the child is learning. Professionals should be honest about the child's behavior, skills, and progress.  This will allow the parents and professionals to guide the child to the next stage of development.
3. We shall demonstrate our respect and concern for children, families, colleagues, and others with whom we work, honoring their beliefs, values, customs, languages, and culture.
In my profession and personal life, I believe in treating all people with an equal amount of respect....the same respect that I would want in return. I am an accepting person. I will continue to demonstrate this in my home-based daycare business.


Reference:

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.pdf

Course Resources

• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on child abuse prevention. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/ChildAbuseStand.pdf

• NAEYC (2009). Where we stand on school readiness. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiness.pdf

• NAEYC (2003). Early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation: Building an effective, accountable system in programs for children birth through 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/pscape.pdf

• Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. (2010). Infant-toddler policy agenda. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://main.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ter_pub_infanttoddler

Websites:

World Forum Foundation
http://worldforumfoundation.org/wf/wp/about-us

World Organization For Early Childhood Education
http://www.omep-usnc.org/

Association for Childhood Education International
http://acei.org/about/

Early Childhood Organizations

National Association for the Education of Young Children
http://www.naeyc.org/

The Division for Early Childhood
http://www.dec-sped.org/

Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families
http://www.zerotothree.org/

FPG Child Development Institute
http://www.fpg.unc.edu/main/about.cfm

Children's Defense Fund
http://www.childrensdefense.org/

Center for Child Care Workforce
http://www.ccw.org/

National Center for Research on Early Childhood Education
http://www.ncrece.org/wordpress/

National Child Care Association
http://www.nccanet.org/

Pre[k]Now
http://www.preknow.org/

Voices for America's Children
http://www.voices.org/



Journals Available in the Walden Library

• YC Young Children
• Childhood
• Journal of Child & Family Studies
• Child Study Journal
• Multicultural Education
• Early Childhood Education Journal
• Journal of Early Childhood Research
• International Journal of Early Childhood
• Early Childhood Research Quarterly

Additional Resources

Quotes:

 "Children begin by loving their parents; as they grow older they judge them; sometimes, they forgive them."
                                                                                                                        Oscar Wilde

"Adults are always asking little kids what they want to be when they grow up because they're looking for ideas."
                                                                                                                         Paula Poundstone

                                                                                                                      

Inspirational Quotes

"Part of being who you are has to do with feeling your feelings, which means you'll have a wide range of emotions -not just constant sunshiny happiness."

                                                                                                             Janet Gonzalez-Mena
                                                                                                




"Experts generally agree that taking all opportunities to read books and other material aloud to children is the best preparation for their learning to read. The pleasures of being read to are far more likely to strengthen a child's desire to learn to read than are repetitions of sounds, alphabet drills, and deciphering uninteresting words."

                                                                                                          Lilian Katz
                                                                 Reading/Children's Literature/Children

My Personal Childhood Web

James Carter (Father)                    Faye Carter (Mother)                Courtney Carter (Sister)
                            James Puryear (Teacher)            Dorothy Corbett (Babysitter)


James Carter is my father. He was always working to support me and my 2 siblings. He was also very religious and attended church every Sunday. He enjoyed spending time with me, transporting me to school, and watching cowboy movies with me. Whenever he went anywhere, I was always following him. Dad was over-protective because I was his youngest daughter. He was very particular about the kind of friends that I had. He wanted me to surround myself with positive people.  Although he has passed on, I know that he would hope that I continue to make good choices and help others.

Faye Carter is my mother. When I was a child, my mom spent a lot of time working as a nurse. She was the cargiver. She always had hot food ready for me when I got home from school.  She would help me take my medicine for my chronic skin disease. She would emphasize how important it was to get a good education. She is still an active force in my life today. She hopes that I will take advantage of the opportunities that were not available to her long ago. 

Courtney Carter is my sister. She influenced me to respect myself and others. She was an excellent role model for me. She would take me shopping and attend doctor appointments with me. On Friday and Saturday nights, we would make popcorn and watch our favorite comedy movies. During special occasions, she would give me a new hair-style. She continues to be a huge influence in my life because she is my big sister and has earned a lot of my trust.

James Puryear was my school teacher. He was motivating, patient and willing to help all students regardless of how defiant some of them were. He tutored me in several subjects. He also taught me to keep moving when things don't look promising. I really admire his committment and passion for teaching and caring about the future of students. I never really got the chance to thank him for making a difference in my life.

Dorothy Corbett was my babysitter. Although my mom and dad worked full time, they could not afford child-care. Ms. Corbett babysat me free of charge. She was fun and flexible with her time. She allowed me and the other kids to help her prepare food and set the table. She played educational games with us. She also gave me warm baths to soothe my chronic eczema. She taught me safety rules such as "Look both ways before crossing the streets,"  and "Don't talk to strangers." I see her as a rescuer because she rushed me to the hospital when I had anaphalaxis (life threatening allergic reaction) to peanuts.

My Favorite Children's Book

"Green Eggs and Ham" is my favorite children's Book. It teaches children about rhyming words. It also uses repetition. Repetition is one of the best ways for children to learn and remember certain words. It makes learning fun and adventurous. It encourages children to express themselves and expand their imagination. It is also a good source to use for reading comprehension. "I LOVE GREEN EGGS AND HAM!" (just not on a house or with a mouse)  ((:-))))

Quote About Children

"I continue to believe that if children are given the necessary tools to succeed, they will succeed beyond their wildest dreams!"


                                                                                                             David Vitter, U.S. Senator

Early Awareness and Development

As I was driving, my 2 year old niece shouted "McDonalds" from her car seat. Although the pronounciation was altered, I realized that she was in the early stages of literacy because she recognized the yellow "McDonalds" Symbol. Therefore, literacy begins before a child starts school.