Examining Codes of Ethics

The three ideals that are meaningful to me and have become a part of my professional life

 

 

I-1.5—To create and maintain safe and healthy settings that foster children’s social,

         emotional, cognitive, and physical development and that respect their dignity      

         and their contributions.

 

          In order for children to learn, grow, and prosper, I feel that they need to feel     

          safe and supported.  Many times without these conditions, the mind may revert  

          to a focus on survival.  A healthy, safe, and supportive learning environment   

          enables young children to learn in powerful ways.  Within the classroom

          environment I feel that every child is important and I treat each one the same

          with respect and dignity.  Developmental domains are interrelated, therefore I

          have to use these interrelationships to organize children’s learning

          experiences in ways that help them develop optimally in all areas and that

          will also make meaningful connections across domains. 

 

I-1.3—To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each

          child.

 

          As a teacher, I must provide students with an environment that is conducive to   

          learning. I know that if a student feels uncomfortable, unsafe, or not respected,

          then their chances of success in that class dramatically decrease.  I realize

          that every child is different and develop at different levels.  In order for me to

          recognize a child’s unique qualities, abilities, and potential, I will have to take

          time to learn about their background, interests, and learning styles, give them

          time to learn about each other in order for everyone to gain an appreciation for

          the diversity they bring to the class, invite different people to the class as

          resources in which students may be able to connect with, and most of all never

          tolerate teasing or bullying at any time. 

 

I-1.9—To advocate for and ensure that all children, including those with special needs,

          have access to the support services needed to be successful.

 

          I feel that every child has the right to a free and appropriate public school

          education.  As an advocate one of the most important things that I can do is to

          be completely involved in their education. I am a part of every decision

          regarding the child’s education which also may include the process of finding

          out if he/she needs special services.  I feel that my input should be considered

          at each and every opportunity.  I have become very familiar with my rights as a

          child’s advocate.  These rights are also federally mandated by the Individuals

          with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).