For this assignment, you will compose a paper that considers similarities and differences between managers and leaders, and why the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct defines the roles and characteristics that a program administrator must display.
In an essay, address the following:
- Compare and contrast management and leadership responsibilities of an administrator working within early childhood education settings
- Explain the role of instructional leadership within an early childhood education setting
- Explain how educational standards could be reflected in program models and director competencies
- Assess the value of the NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct as it relates to defining the roles and characteristics of a program administrator
- Give examples of two professional development initiatives that an administrator may launch that would align with ethical conduct standards
- Describe the qualities (as a leader) you would look for in potential candidates looking to enter the field of early childhood education
Length: 5-7 pages, include 5 peer-reviewed journal articles