Examining Codes of Ethics: NAEYC and DEC

DEC Code of Ethics

·         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.

This code of ethics is meaningful to me because I plan to open up a childcare center in a low socio-economic area to give children who may not otherwise have the opportunity, access to high quality education. Many of these children will come from minority families. They will speak different languages and their customs and beliefs will vary. It is important for me and my staff to be aware of and sensitive to issues of diversity.

·         We shall use every resource, including referral when appropriate, to ensure high quality services are accessible and are provided to children and families.

Resources are invaluable. It is how early childhood professionals are able to make appropriate referrals for services and how we stay abreast of the latest research and services available for children and families. In my present job I keep an electronic database of resources for my clients that I can easily access.

NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct

Ideal (Individual)

·         1-4.1—To provide the community with high-quality early childhood care and education programs and services.

High quality early childhood care requires highly qualified teachers with competitive salaries, access to services, like food and nutrition, health care, and high quality education. These services I plan to provide when I open up my childcare center.