Meaningful NAEYC and DEC codes of ethics

We shall care for and educate children in positive emotional and social environments that are cognitively stimulating and that support each child’s culture, language, ethnicity, and family structure.

 

We shall involve the family in significant decisions affecting their child.

 

We shall not deny family members access to their child’s classroom or program setting unless access is denied by court order or other legal restriction.

 

Professional and Interpersonal Behavior

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.

 

Professional Collaboration

We shall honor and respect the diverse backgrounds of our colleagues including such diverse characteristics as sexual orientation, race, national origin, religious beliefs, or other affiliations.

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND PREPARATION

We shall continually be aware of issues challenging the field of early childhood special education and advocate for changes in laws, regulations, and policies leading to improved outcomes and services for young children with disabilities and their families.