Code of Ethics by the NAEYC and DEC

P-1.7—We shall strive to build individual relationships
with each child; make individualized adaptations in
teaching strategies, learning environments, and
curricula; and consult with the family so that each
child benefits from the program. If after such efforts
have been exhausted, the current placement does not
meet a child’s needs, or the child is seriously jeopardizing
the ability of other children to benefit from the
program, we shall collaborate with the child’s family
and appropriate specialists to determine the additional
services needed and/or the placement option(s)
most likely to ensure the child’s success. (Aspects of
this principle may not apply in programs that have a
lawful mandate to provide services to a particular
population of children.)


I believe this code is very important for educators to adhere because it is educators duties and responsibilities to make sure that each child in his or her classroom receive the same education as other individual children. We as educators are responsible for providing an environment where the children have access to a variety of resources and tools to help them grow academically in school. Also, communicating with the parents are key to ensure the child's success in the classroom.




I-2.3—To welcome all family members and encourage them to participate in the program.

I am happy that many schools and now child care centers or learning academies for preschoolers are now implementing parent/teacher conferences so that the teachers can meet with the parents and inform the parents about the academic progress of the child before they reach kindergarten or first grade. Having that one on one with the parents I believe is highly important to ensure the success of the child academic level later on.



P-3C.1—In decisions concerning children and programs, we shall draw upon the education, training, experience, and expertise of staff members.

I think that all staff members of a particular educational system should be entitled to voice their opinions, skills, training, and experience especially if it will benefit the children as a whole. I think when organizations are unified it teaches the children that teamwork is important for the success of any job or situation. Plus, when an organization are unified, it helps the educators, children, and families come together to provide an environment that is safe, positive, and trusting for everyone. I think each person has a talent or skill that they can share and it helps everyone. It does take a village to raise a child and takes a unified group of people to build a successful foundation.


 NAEYC. (2005, April). Code of ethical conduct and statement of commitment. http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf