DEC Code of Ethics
I. Professional & Interpersonal Behavior
3. We shall strive for the highest level of personal and professional competence by seeking and using new evidence based information to improve our practices while also responding openly to suggestions of others.
For the past few weeks I have been given constructive criticism that have honestly broke me down, but it wasn't until I realized that every thing that is spoken to me I do not have to agree with, but I can use to my advantage. Each day I try to provide an atmosphere that is based around what my children want and if that means I not going to do it the way someone else think I should than that is a pill they will have to swallow. I here for the children and their families.
II. Professional Development and Preparation
4. We shall support professionals new to the field by mentoring them in the practice of evidence and ethically based services.
Being able to help a fellow colleague is something we should want to do. We all learn from each other. I personally understand what it feels like to be left to figure things out for yourself. In the beginning it is hard especially if you are new. I wouldn't want anyone to steer away from something they want to do because they didn't feel supported.
6. We shall respect families rights to choose or refuse early childhood special education or related services.
As a parent we want to know that our child(ren) are "normal." We want our children to receive the same type of education as all the other children. Diagnosing children at an early age can be harmful to the child's self-esteem as well as the parents. All techniques and strategies should be tried before even considering labeling a child.
The Division for Early Childhood. (2000, August). Code of ethics. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from
http://www.dec-sped.org/
TaShanna,
ReplyDeleteI know exactly how you feel when being given "Bad news" by a supervisor, a parent, or another co-worker. Sometimes we feel like we give all that we can and it is easy for someone else to come in and find things that can be changed but they are not the ones dealing with that situation daily. I try to tell myself not to take things personally but to learn what I can from everyone that I can and learn from bad situations so that I can be a Stronger person from it. HANG IN THERE- I'M SURE YOU ARE AN AWESOME TEACHER WITH A GREAT HEART AND THAT YOUR KIDS LOVE YOU ;)
TaShanna,
ReplyDeleteI like your post on how important it is to support our colleagues. I can relate first hand how it feels to be left to figure things out on your own as the "new guy". It is so meaningful when you can find a mentor in a colleague that helps show you the ropes and challenges of the profession and kind of guide you through in the beginning until you feel more comfortable. I'm sure you will serve as a great support and mentor to your colleagues and help welcome new professionals to the field!
Hi TaShanna,
ReplyDeleteI agree, constructive criticism is good to be able to learn from your mistakes. It is also good to learn from our colleagues and to teach each other. This will make a better team by working together. Thanks for sharing.:)
Ta'Shanae
Thanks and you are welcome!
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