The six CDA competency standards and professional conduct expectations for early childhood educators.
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- What is the first CDA competency standard?
- Child Growth and Development
- What should CDA educators understand about typical developmental patterns?
- How children develop physically, cognitively, socially, and emotionally across different ages
- How do CDA educators apply knowledge of individual developmental differences?
- By recognizing children develop at different rates and have unique needs and strengths
- Why is observing developmental milestones important for CDA educators?
- To track children's progress and identify developmental concerns or delays early
- What is the second CDA competency standard?
- Child Observation and Assessment
- Why is ongoing observation essential in early childhood education?
- To understand each child's learning, development, strengths, and areas needing support
- What assessment methods do CDA educators use?
- Observation, portfolios, checklists, rating scales, work samples, and informal assessments
- How does assessment information support individualized instruction?
- By revealing each child's strengths, learning style, and areas for growth to guide planning
- What is the third CDA competency standard?
- Child Guidance
- What is the primary goal of child guidance in CDA standards?
- To help children develop self-control, responsibility, and positive peer relationships
- What guidance strategies align with CDA competency standards?
- Positive guidance, clear limits, redirection, modeling behavior, and consistent expectations
- How should CDA educators respond when children exhibit challenging behaviors?
- With patience, by understanding the cause, and using guidance rather than punishment
- What is the fourth CDA competency standard?
- Family and Community Relationships
- Why are family partnerships essential in the CDA standards?
- Because families are the primary influence on children's development and learning
- How should CDA educators communicate with families?
- Regularly, respectfully, and in ways that are culturally and linguistically appropriate
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