Effective Disposition with Young Children and Families

The professional working with young children develops the dispositions to effectively support young children and their families

Resources & Media for Understanding Competency 6.2

Behaviors & Skills

• a
  Develops and exhibits an attitude of inquiry
  
  
• b
  Reflects on their ability to meet the needs of the children in their charge
  
  
• c
  Recognizes that a love of children is necessary, but is not sufficient, to work effectively with children and families
  
  
• d
  Models a positive attitude
  
  
• e
  Recognizes and respects individual differences and viewpoints among children, families, colleagues, and the community
  
  
• f
  Is open to change and takes calculated risks
  
  
• g
  Is willing to admit what they don't know
  
  
• h
  Turns mistakes into learning opportunities
  
  
• i
  Asks for help
  
  
• j
  Sees him/herself as part of a professional community
  
  
• k
  Is open to mentoring relationships and collaborative dialogue
  
  
• l
  Values multiple perspectives and participates in open, collaborative discussion to generate ideas and solve problems