1) To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.
Every child is an individual and it is very important that each is treated as so. There is not a detailed outline on how to teacher and guide children because with each one being special in their own individual way as an advocate there needs to be a certain level of flexibility when working with children. There is not one child that will be the exact same as the child next to them. Individuality should be something that is encouraged when working with children, each child needs to know that they are special in their own unique way and that being different is ok worthy of love and support.
2) To advocate for and ensure that all children, including those with special needs, have access to the support services needed to be successful.
Every child deserves the same opportunities no matter what their circumstances may entail. Whether the child is a special needs child or not every child should be supported and encouraged to grow and learn so that they can become positive members of their community. With the encouragement of those around them every child has tremendous potential it is just a matter of helping them believe in themselves. Part of the educators job is to help the child want to achieve great things and every child is capable some just may require a little more encouragement than others. The end result will be regarding to both sides with dedication and perseverance every child can have the help needed to be successful.
3) To ensure that each child's culture, language, ethnicity, and family structure are recognized and valued.
Our society is full of people from every ethnicity and culture from around the world and all those groups need to be acknowledged for their special qualities and values. Cultural difference need to be given consideration when working with the public. Families from other countries want to know that their differences are important to more people than just their family. From the foods they eat to holidays they may or may not celebrate it all needs to be considered carefully when working with families. The children especially need to know that their differences are valued and they can be treated as equals no matter what their background may be. Their background is just one of the mainly pieces that make them who they are as individuals.
