My Self-Assesment 2017

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Name
Miranda Palmer
Date
January 6th 2017
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The full version of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice should be considered when completing the Self-Assessment Tool.
Code of Ethics
A. Responsibilities to Children
Early Childhood Educators make the well-being and learning of all children who are under their professional supervision their
foremost responsibility. They value the rights of the child respecting the uniqueness, dignity and potential of each child, and
strive to create learning environments in which children experience a sense of belonging. Early Childhood Educators are caring,
empathetic, fair and act with integrity. Early Childhood Educators foster the joy of learning through play-based pedagogy.
This is an area for growth or for leadership development in my practice
If this is an area for growth in your practice, complete the following table...
Priority for growth
or for my leadership
development
Enhancing this area of

practice would require
High
New professional learning
Medium
Modifying my practice
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B. Responsibilities to Families
Early Childhood Educators value the centrality of the family to the health and well-being of children. They recognize and respect
the uniqueness and diversity of families. Early Childhood Educators strive to establish and maintain reciprocal relationships with
family members of children under their professional supervision. These relationships are based on trust, openness and respect
for confidentiality. Early Childhood Educators collaborate with families by exchanging knowledge and sharing practices and
resources.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
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I believe that caregivers should be included in their child/children's growth, and I

strongly believe that there is a significant difference between including parents in the
lives of their children and simply informing them about their children's day. I will
strive to not just notify parents of how their childs day was in various childcare
settings, but also make sure I am doing what I can so that the caregivers can feel
included in thei child/childrens daily practices, even when they cannot be present. I
believe that this true inclusion will lead to trusting relationships with the parents and a
more team like approach to working with children.
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C. Responsibilities to Colleagues and to the Profession

Early Childhood Educators interact with colleagues and other professionals in ways that demonstrate respect, trust and integrity. Through their conduct, Early Childhood Educators strive to enhance the status of the profession in their workplaces and
in the wider community. Early Childhood Educators value lifelong learning and commit themselves to engaging in continuous
professional learning to enhance their practice. They support experienced colleagues, those who are new to the profession and
students aspiring to the profession.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
D. Responsibilities to the Community and to Society:

Early Childhood Educators value and engage in collaboration with community agencies, schools and other professionals. Early
Childhood Educators recognize that they contribute to community and society by advocating for and promoting an appreciation
of the profession, children and early learning.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I feel that I already do a good job in regards to advocating for children and early
learning. I truely understand the importance of the early years and my passion can
been seen both inside and outside of the workplace. In my oppinion, often the
educational profession can be viewed by others as less important that it is. I believe
that educators should be respected for their vital role in childhood more so than they
currently are. I feel that with further professioanl learning I could better advocate for
the profession as a whole.
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Early childhood educators

For the full text version of Standard I, see page 15 of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and endnotes on pages 27-28.
Standard I: Caring and Nurturing Relationships that Support Learning
1.A. Recognize that families are of primary importance in childrens development.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
1.B. Familiarize themselves with available information regarding the relevant family circumstances of children.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
1.C. Establish and maintain open communication with parents and/or legal guardians.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I believe that I do a good job in relation to maintaining good communication with

caregivers, however, in some situations (ie; when parents are busy/less involved) it
can be difficult. I believe with further professional learning, I can develop my skills in
their area even more. I believe that caregivers should be included in their child/
children's growth, and I strongly believe that there is a significant difference between
including parents in the lives of their children and simply informing them about their
children's day. I will strive to not just notify parents of how their childs day was in
various childcare settings, but also make sure I am doing what I can so that the
caregivers can feel included in thei child/childrens daily practices, even when they
cannot be present. I believe that this true inclusion will lead to trusting relationships
with the parents and a more team like approach to working with children.
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1.D. Are attuned to the needs of children and families and advocate with families on behalf of children.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I believe that I am fairly attuned to the needs of children and families, and I do my
best to advocate on their behalf. I feel this area could use imporvement maily because
in some circumstance it can be difficult to identify the needs of certain individuals.
With continual learning and modifications in my practice I can better develop my
ability to predict the needs of children and their caregivers.
1.E. Establish professional and caring relationships with children and families.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I believe that i continually establish professional and caring relationships with the
chilren I encounter. In regards to the caregivers, I find that often the relationship is
more professional than caring. I believe that caregivers should be included in their
child/children's growth, and I strongly believe that there is a significant difference
between including parents in the lives of their children and simply informing them
about their children's day. Sometimes this can be a difficult thing to do, however, with
new proessional learning, I believe that I can make the caregivers can feel included
in thei child/childrens daily practices and through that, build a caring relationship.
1.F. Ensure that the needs of the child are paramount.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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For the full text version of Standard II, see page 15 of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and endnotes on pages 27-28.
Standard II: Developmentally Appropriate Care and Education
A.1 Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of child development theories.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
A.2. Recognize childrens unique characteristics.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B.1. Provide care and education to individuals, small groups and large groups.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I find that I work mostly with individuals with developmental differences. This makes
care and education in large group settings less ideal due to the fact that care is
required more on the individual level. With continual professional learning, I can
aquire new skills in regards too teaching and caring for larger groups.
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B.2. Foster childrens independence and inter-dependence.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C.1. Recognize that children have different learning styles.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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For the full text version of Standard III, see page 17 of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and endnotes on pages 27-28.
Standard III: Safe, Healthy and Supportive Learning Environments
A.1. Maintain safe and healthy learning environments.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B.1. Familiarize themselves with information concerning relevant medical conditions, exceptionalities, allergies, food
restrictions, medication requirements and contact information.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B.2. Provide opportunities for young children to experience nature and to understand their relationships to the natural
environment and to the world.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
As an educator, I value nature and enjoy fostering learning experiences that allow
children to experience the wonders of the outdoors. Often I find that this can be an
issue due to societal norms in regards to outdoor and risky play. I strive to break these
barriers and provide children with vital outdoor learning experiences. I can do this
though modifying my practices and continuing professional learning to help me to
educate caregivers on the importance of nature in the early years.
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B.3. Promote a healthy lifestyle.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C.1. Support children in culturally, linguistically and developmentally sensitive ways.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I am open to all cultures and ethnicities, however, I would like to learn more about
how to include various cultures in education in a non- cliche way. I believe that guest
speakers of different culture groups are a great start, but I recgonize that I require
some futher learning to develop new ways of being culturally and ethnically inclusive
in all the child care settings that I work in.
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For the full text version of Standard IV, see page 19-21 of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and endnotes on pages 27-28.
Standard IV: Professional Knowledge and Competence
A.1. Are current in their professional knowledge about the continuum of child development and the pedagogy
related to early learning.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
A.2. Know, understand and abide by the legislation, policies and procedures relevant to their professional practice.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
A.3. Recognize their obligation, when there is a conflict between the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and their
work environment and/or policies and procedures of their employer.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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B.1. Plan and develop play-based and child-centred curricula and programs; plan and prepare child-centred programs.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B.2. Assess and obtain information and familiarize themselves with levels of development of children under their
professional supervision.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B.3. Observe and monitor the learning environment.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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B.4. Observe, assess, evaluate, document and report on childrens progress along all domains of child development.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B.5. Ensure that their professional practice decisions and actions are supported by credible professional knowledge.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C.1. Work collaboratively with colleagues in order to provide safe, secure, healthy and inviting environments for
children and families.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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C.2. Build a climate of trust, honesty and respect and handle information with the required level of confidentiality and
respect.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C.3. Provide guidelines, parameters and direction for ECE students, volunteers and other ECE staff (supervisees).
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I am a recent Univeristy graduate and have not had the opportunity to take on a leader
role in the workplace. I have often been either an EA, volunteer or student. Therefore,
I recognize that I will require professional learning in order to foster an enviornment
which ECE students, volunteers, etc. can also benefit and learn from.
C.4. Work collaboratively with community resource persons and members of other professions.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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D.1. Co-operate with the Colleges policies and procedures and conduct themselves in a manner demonstrating
respect.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
E.1. Strive for excellence in their professional practice and critical thinking.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
E.2. Recognize that they are role models for children, families, members of their profession, supervisees and other
colleagues.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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For the full text version of Standard V, see pages 23-24 of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and endnotes on pages 27-28.
Standard V: Professional Boundaries, Dual Relationships and Conflicts of Interest
A. Are in a position of power and responsibility toward children, necessitating that care be taken to ensure these
children are protected from the abuse of such power.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
A.1. Do not abuse children in their care physically, sexually, verbally, psychologically or emotionally.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
A.2. Do not use information about a child or family and do not use their professional position of authority to coerce,
improperly influence, harass, abuse or exploit a child.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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A.3. Do not solicit or use information from a child or the childs family to acquire, either directly or indirectly,
advantage or material benefits.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B. Establish and maintain clear and appropriate boundaries in professional relationships.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
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C. Do not engage in professional relationships constituting a conflict of interest or in situations in which members
ought to reasonably have known that the child would be at risk in any way.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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C.1. Evaluate professional relationships and other situations involving children under the members supervision and
the families or guardians of those children for potential conflicts of interest.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C.2. Avoid conflicts of interest and/or dual relationships with children under the members professional supervision
and/or their families or with colleagues or supervisees that could impair the members professional judgement.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C.3. Declare if a conflict of interest situation does arise and take appropriate steps to address the conflict.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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For the full text version of Standard VI, see pages 25-26 of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and endnotes on pages 27-28.
Standard VI: Confidentiality and Consent to the Release of Information Regarding Children and Families
A. Respect the privacy of children under their professional supervision and the families of those children by holding in
strict confidence all information about them.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
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A.1. Provide parents and/or legal guardians, on request, access to records maintained by the member in respect to
their child.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
A.2. Comply with applicable privacy and other legislation and obtain consent to the collection, use or disclosure of
information concerning children under their professional supervision, or their families.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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A.3. Maintain an understanding of their employing organizations policies and practices relating to the management of
information.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
B. Comply with privacy legislation and establish clear policies and practices relating to the management of client information.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
C. Recognize and understand, when employed by an agency or organization, that College standards of confidentiality
may conflict with the organizations policies and procedures concerning confidentiality and that College standards
take precedence.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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D. Shall not disclose information concerning or received from children under their professional supervision, or the
families of those children, except in accordance with specific requirements.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
D.1. When in a review, investigation or proceeding under the Act in which the professional conduct, competency
or capacity of a College member is an issue, the member may disclose such information concerning or received from
a child under the members professional supervision or the childs family.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
D.2. Do not divulge more information than is required or allowed.

Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
I feel that I handle confidentiality very well. I do not disclose any information about
children or their families to those not authorized. However, I would like to learn how
to better handle situations when an individual is requesting information that I cannont
give. Sometimes simply saying "Im sorry, I cannot share that information" doesn't
work out well.
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D.3. Have individuals (or, in the case of children, their parents or guardians) sign completed consent forms prior to the
disclosure of information relating to them, where consent is required.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
D.4. Make reasonable efforts, when consent to the disclosure of information is required, to inform the person whose
consent is being sought.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
E. Inform parents or guardians of children under the members professional supervision early in their relationship
about the limits of confidentiality of information.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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F. Obtain consent from the parents or guardians of the children under their professional supervision before
electronically recording, photographing, audio or video taping or permitting third party observation of the childrens
activities.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
G. May use public information and/or non-identifying information for research, educational and publication purposes.
Priority for growth
development

High
Medium
Low
Both
Comments (optional)
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Self-Assessment

January 6th 2017

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

CECE Self-Assessment Tool September 2015

I believe that caregivers should be included in their child/children's growth, and I

C. Responsibilities to Colleagues and to the Profession

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

D. Responsibilities to the Community and to Society:

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

CECE Self-Assessment Tool September 2015

Early childhood educators

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

CECE Self-Assessment Tool September 2015

I believe that I do a good job in relation to maintaining good communication with

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

1.F. Ensure that the needs of the child are paramount.

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

CECE Self-Assessment Tool September 2015

Early childhood educators

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

A.2. Recognize childrens unique characteristics.

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

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B.2. Foster childrens independence and inter-dependence.

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

C.1. Recognize that children have different learning styles.

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

CECE Self-Assessment Tool September 2015

Early childhood educators

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

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B.3. Promote a healthy lifestyle.

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

C.1. Support children in culturally, linguistically and developmentally sensitive ways.

Enhancing this area of

New professional learning

CECE Self-Assessment Tool September 2015