Competency Goal 6 Cda

Gayle Y. Garrett Competency Goal VI To maintain a commitment to professionalism Function Area 13 Professionalism As a professional, I promote shaver development, learning and build family and community relationships. I continue to attend professional development sessions and read articles about early childhood. I am a continuous, cooperative learner who demonstrates knowledge in my field from all(a) types of sources. The Philadelphia School District provides the Head Start staff with many in-service training programs that are built into my schedule.My on-the-scene(prenominal) professional development deals with areas such as the curriculum, nutrition, health, mental health, career development and parent involvement. As a teacher assistant, I do on-going observation of the students in the classroom I gather information about many skills on a checklist. This includes writing, print awareness, language, and the purposeful use of materials. When I do observations, they include enlarg e notes so I can relate them more easily to many of the goals and objectives set for the children. I focus on about four children a daytime and spend about 15 minutes during rest time looking over my observations.I make sure the classroom is arranged so that in that respect are interesting hands-on activities for all children. Also, I arrange space so that the children can navigate in and out of the space safely. I booster choose activities that best meet all childrens abilities. Also, I participant in helping the children at mealtimes, I guide them washing their hands in the beginning and after each meal. I have the children assist in setting the tables, instruct them to keep all food and utensils on the placemats, and encourage them to use all utensils. I sit at the table with the children and model appropriate mealtime behavior.When I sit with the children at mealtime, it is an opportunity for language and social development. I encourage the children to figure in conversation s. I also conduct circle time activities and assist the children with completing their journals and writing their name on their name strips. As a professional, I talk to the parents about the Head Start program. I work with the Head Start Family Service worker, Special Needs Coordinator, Nutrition Representative, Education Coordinator, Head teacher and the Principal of the school.I work cooperatively with them to keep my classroom and students on the path so each child can reach their goals. In addition, I show a commitment to professionalism by demonstrating knowledge in child care service. As a professional, I work with young children and their families. I am knowledgeable in child care services and can provide information and support when needed. In conclusion, professionalism is an extremely important area when working in Early Childhood. I am determine to be the most professional teacher assistant for my teacher, students, and parents.