Title: Describe ethical issues pertaining to employment in the early childhood industry.
Course: Introduction to Early Childhood Education (19153-36) > Section: Preparing for Career Success

Description should include

- the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Code of Ethics
- confidentiality policy
- criminal background check (e.g., sex offender registry)
- child abuse and neglect and responsibility as a mandated reporter
- transportation and facility policy
- cybersecurity policy.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How can NAEYC be used as a resource for managing ethical dilemmas?
- What are some examples of ethical standards?

Communication

- What is the relationship between actions and ethical standards?
- What are some practices to ensure confidentiality and privacy?

Leadership

- What ethical standards are needed for early childhood education leaders, families, organizations, workplaces, and communities?

Management

- What resources could be used to establish ethical standards?
- How do ethical standards influence employee behavior?