Title: Describe the desired characteristics of professionals working with young children.
Course: Early Childhood, Education, and Services I (19153-I) > Section: Maintaining Careers and Professionalism

Description should include characteristics such as

- good rapport with children
- patience
- flexibility
- positive attitude
- passion
- sense of humor
- creativity
- honesty
- high moral values
- kindness
- initiative
- professional appearance
- dependability
- responsibility
- good attendance
- commitment to program goals and improvements
- commitment to continuing education and professional growth.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What personal skills, interests, and values are important when working with children? What other personal factors should be considered when working with young children?
- What criteria should be used to evaluate the characteristics and skills of childcare professionals?

Communication

- What communication skills are essential in relating to children, parents, the community, and colleagues?
- Why is confidentiality of information important in the field of early childhood education?

Leadership

- How can continuous evaluation and improvement of personal interests, abilities, and skills lead to career success?
- What skills are needed for employability?

Management

- What personal factors affect career goals and choices in this field?
- What training and resources are required to obtain skills necessary for a job in the field of early childhood education?