Core Body of Knowledge
New York State's Core Competencies for Early Childhood Educators
Core Body of Knowledge
NY's Core Competencies for Early Childhood Educators
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Competency Description
The professional working with young children exhibits commitment to ongoing growth and learning
Behaviors & Skills
a
Develops and constantly refines a personal philosophy of education
b
Reflects on current practice, investigates ways to improve, and maintains an individualized professional development plan
c
Seeks out knowledge of the cultures and populations within the community and integrates it into his/her practice
d
Exhibits awareness that certain behaviors and types of communication among unfamiliar cultures can lead to misinterpretation and misunderstanding
e
Integrates his/her knowledge of current issues, professional values and standards, and research findings to make and justify decisions related to early education
f
Engages in classroom-based research
g
Maintains an ongoing professional development record
h
Uses technology to access current research and best practices, and to communicate with peers
i
Participates in collaborative learning communities and shares new learning with colleagues
j
Attends professional meetings/conferences and joins professional groups, such as the NAEYC and its local affiliates, the Association for Childhood Education International, etc.