Behaviors and Skills

• 6.1.a
  Meets or exceeds the education and experience requirements needed for their position (teachers, caregivers and administrators), as applicable
• 6.1.b
  Adheres to relevant New York State and New York City regulatory licensing, certification and training requirements, as well as the requirements of funders (if applicable)
• 6.1.c
  Obeys laws related to child abuse, the rights of children with disabilities, and school attendance
• 6.1.d
  Recognizes potentially unethical practices. Uses NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct to resolve ethical dilemmas. (Visit http://www.naeyc.org/positionstatements/ethical_conduct)

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• 6.1.e
  Upholds standards of confidentiality, sensitivity and respect for children, families and colleagues
• 6.1.f
  Uses relevant professional standards and guidelines to plan and implement experiences for young children and families
• 6.1.g
  Refers to NAEYC position statements to make thoughtful choices in their early childhood settings

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• 6.1.h
  Maintains a developmentally and culturally appropriate environment and curriculum based on basic principles and theories of child growth and development
• 6.1.i
  Counters any teaching practices, curriculum approaches or materials that are degrading with regard to race, sexual orientation, family structure, gender, culture or religion
• 6.1.j
  Responsibly serves as part of an interdisciplinary team, including participation in IFSP/IEP meetings, according to DEC Recommended Practices