Child Welfare
What is one exception to the obligation to maintain confidentiality and to respect a family's privacy?
When we have reason to believe a child's welfare is at risk?
What is the purpose of the Code of Ethics?
To offer guidelines for responsible behavior and set forth a common basis for resolving ethical dilemmas
At what point should a director prevent staff from implementing activities or practices that put any child in a situation that creates physical or emotional harm?
Immediately
True or False. There is a provision for enforcement of the NAEYC Code.
False.
Who is responsible for making decisions for children based on their values?
Families are.
What are four types of neglect that we need to be aware of?
Physical, emotional, educational, & medical
What principle has precedence over all others in the Code?
Above all, we shall not harm children. We shall not participate in practices that are emotionally damaging, physically harmful, disrespectful, degrading, dangerous, exploitative, or intimidating to children.
Under what circumstances can we deny family member's access to their child's classroom?
By court order or other legal restriction.
True or False: A teacher can prohibit a parent from entering a classroom if safety is not an issue.
False: The Code states that 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 restrictions.
What is the difference between ideals and principles?
Ideals describe exemplary and desirable behavior; Principles identify practices that are required, those that are permitted, and others that are prohibited.
When a child's welfare is at risk, who may we share confidential information with?
According to the Code, we have ethical responsibilities to what four groups?
To children, families, colleagues, and to community and society as a whole.
What ethical principal takes precedence over all others?
We shall place the welfare and safety of children
above other obligations (for example, to families,
program personnel, employing agency, community).
True or false: The Code of Ethics is intended for childcare settings, hospitals, preschools, and elementary schools.
True: The Code is intended for any setting that cares for and educates young children.
What is ethical finesse as far as problem solving?
The process of resolving a problem that is satisfactory to everyone involved.
What should a childcare program do if a staff member's practices are not appropriate?
Provide guidance, additional professional development, and coaching.
Why do we need a Code of Ethics?
What is the most common ethical dilemma that educators face in regards to families?
Parent requests versus what the educator feels is best for the child.
True or False: If you have a concern with a colleague's behavior and it is not negatively affecting the children, you should bring the issue to the appropriate authority.
False. You would only report the behavior if it is a risk to children.
What is the difference between values and ethics?
Values are qualities or principles that people believe to be desirable. Ethics is the study of right and wrong and guides our decision making.
If a parent has an unusual request for the care of their child, what are the criteria for determining if we can accommodate the request?
What is an educator's responsibility to a child when they are leaving the program?
We must ensure that there is an appropriate transition plan for children when they move from one classroom to another within our program and/or when they leave the program.
What are three valid reasons for asking a child or family to leave an ece program?
If the program will not benefit them; If their presence jeopardizes the ability of other children to benefit from the program; If their presence prevents personnel from doing their jobs.
When you encounter a difficult situation, it is important to go with your gut feelings and to act right away so no child or family is affected negatively.
False: It is important to take time to make an ethical decision.
What is the NAEYC Mission Statement?
To serve and act on behalf of the needs, rights, and well-being of all young children.