- Integrate knowledge of child growth and development when working with young children birth to age 8
- Determine appropriate guidance techniques for interacting with young children
- Develop methods to build respectful, reciprocal relationships with families and community agencies on behalf of young children
- Plan a safe and healthy environment for young children according to state and national standards
- Create learning environments and design curriculum based on developmentally appropriate practice
- Compare and contrast observation techniques to support the assessment of young children
- Develop cooperative and collaborative relationships with colleagues in early childhood settings to ensure quality programming
- Examine ethical standards expected of early childhood educators to determine professional responsibilities to children, families, colleagues, and communities.