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Descriptive Statements:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the roles of professionals who provide related services to young children and their families and strategies for collaborating with colleagues and other professionals to respond to the needs and concerns of families.
- Demonstrate knowledge of strategies and practices for collaborating with colleagues and other professionals to identify and use community resources to enhance learning.
- Demonstrate knowledge of professional codes, ethics, and conduct for early childhood teachers and incorporate these into professional practice.
Sample Item:
An early intervention special education teacher is providing services for two toddlers within the early childhood classroom twice a week. Which of the following questions should be addressed to most effectively support the development of a collaborative, effective relationship between the early childhood teacher and the special education teacher?
- Which child will require the most assistance?
- Where can the special education be stationed?
- How can we regularly share feedback with each other?
- Who should have the most frequent contact with parents?
Correct Response and Explanation (Show Correct ResponseHide Correct Response)
C. Regular opportunities for teachers and service providers to share feedback, observations, instructional goals, and information about children's progress and needs are essential. Through regular, child-focused communication, teachers build collaborative relationships that support effective practice and improve the learning environment for both teachers and children. The teachers can share strategies and ideas about best practice and instruction.
Descriptive Statements:
- Demonstrate knowledge of conditions affecting children, families, and early childhood professionals and current issues and trends in early childhood education.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of early childhood education teachers in various contexts (e.g., serving as an informed advocate for young children and families; promoting research and evidence-based practices).
- Demonstrate knowledge of responsibilities and requirements of early childhood teachers regarding the development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Demonstrate knowledge of the importance of ongoing professional development and personal reflection and strategies for identifying professional organizations, publications, and digital resources relevant to the field.
Sample Item:
Which of the following practices is most important for an early childhood teacher to demonstrate in order to effectively advocate for young children and their families in their class or center?
- having access or connections with a number of potential sources of funding
- demonstrating a level of emotional detachment from the children to maintain objectivity
- awareness of laws and regulations pertaining to early childhood education
- understanding of the specific characteristics and diverse needs of families and children
Correct Response and Explanation (Show Correct ResponseHide Correct Response)
D. Families are incredibly diverse and there are a wide variety of evidence- and research-based practices for addressing the needs of young children across all domains. To identify relevant practice, the early childhood teacher should possess knowledge and understanding of the diverse expectations, goals, and needs specific to the children and families in their class or center. With this understanding, the teacher is more likely to be successful in creating an effective environment to support and advocate for young children and their families.
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