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1 The following resources may help you prepare for the Credential Assessments. Assessment Resources Course Community College Course Competencies Textbooks & Other Resources Define evidence-based practices in Early Childhood Education. Beginnings and Beyond: Foundations in Early Childhood by Gordon and Browne Introduction to Early Childhood Professions Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension by applying theories to curriculum approaches. Identify developmental milestones for children from birth through age eight years in each developmental domain. Describe best practices for health, safety and nutrition young children and apply state standards to the early childhood setting. Define developmentally and culturally appropriate practices for programs serving young children and the practical application to early childhood settings. List strategies for building relationships with families and the local community. Identify bias-free attitudes and practices supporting diversity and inclusion in early childhood programs. Demonstrate an understanding of professionalism in Early Childhood Education: use the NAEYC Code of Ethics; explore career options; demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills; develop the foundation of a personal electronic portfolio; work collaboratively as a team; and advocate for early childhood education. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the Colorado Child Care Licensing Rules and Regulations, Qualistar Rating System and NAEYC Accreditation requirements. Identify appropriate guidance techniques and classroom management Early Childhood Education: Learning Together by Casper and Theilheimer Effective Practices in Early Childhood Education: Building a Foundation by Bredekamp

2 strategies. Introduction to Early Childhood Professions Lab Guidance Strategies Apply knowledge of growth and development of young children birth through age 8. Use methods for observing, documenting and assessing all children`s development and behavior. Plan and use developmentally and culturally appropriate educational activities for all children. Identify appropriate methods for interacting with and guiding all children. Demonstrate methods for establishing relationships with all families. Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with other early childhood professionals. Apply ethical practices appropriate for early childhood professionals. Compare and contrast early childhood education models in an educational setting. Demonstrate compliance with Colorado Rules and Regulations in Early Care and Education. Utilize technology for documentation and communication. Explain guidance theories: developmental, behavioral, maturational and constructivist. Design social-emotional goals and objectives for individual children and groups in early childhood programs. Observing Development of the Young Child by Beaty A Guidance Approach for the Encouraging Classroom by Gartell The Emotional Development of Young Children: Building An Emotion-Centered Curriculum by

3 Apply child development knowledge to guidance techniques. Explain the influence of culture and family system on the child s behavior. Identify components of evidence-based guidance techniques. Identify personal attitudes toward children s behavior that challenge Early Childhood professionals. Hyson Social and Emotional Development: Connecting Science and Practice in Early Childhood Settings by Riley, San Juan, Klinkner and Ramminger The Power of Guidance by Gartrell Infant Toddler Development Identify and apply techniques that facilitate prosocial skill development. Identify components of the supportive and inclusive classroom community. Identify teacher attributes that support effective guidance of young children. Use technology to locate evidence-based practices related to guidance. Define the basic concepts of infant/toddler development. Identify child development theories that guide our knowledge and practices. Identify appropriate observation techniques and assessment tools. Explain the significance of health, safety, and nutrition practices pertaining to infants and toddlers. Explain how the many components of the environment promote quality care for infants and toddlers. Utilize Colorado infant and toddler licensing regulations and quality indicators. Identify developmentally and culturally appropriate learning experiences. Identify legal and ethical requirements for referral and inclusion. Analyze the importance of collaboration. Infant and Toddler Development by Albrecht and Miller Caring for Infants and Toddlers in Groups by Lally, Griffin, Fenichel, Segal, Szanton and Weissbourd

4 Child Development Methods and Techniques Identify and critique evidence-based research as it relates to child development. Identify the biological and environmental factors associated with prenatal development, including heredity, environment and risk factors. Discover general knowledge about development in physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social domains from birth-12 years. Analyze the interrelatedness and interaction of developmental domains including biological, environmental, and sociocultural factors. Compare and analyze current and historical theories of development and their implications for working with children, including, but not limited to: Freud, Erikson, Piaget, Maslow, Bronfenbrenner, Vygotsky, Watson, Skinner, Bruner, and Gardener. Identify atypical development and individual special needs. Practice focused observation skills by developing a case study. Use a variety of ways to gather in-depth information in all domains of development. Describe the historical and philosophical foundations of curriculum and their impact on different approaches today. Compare and contrast different curricula/approaches to learning. Identify the characteristics of developmentally and culturally appropriate learning approaches. Identify the factors affecting the planning of early childhood curricula. Observe and assess individual children s learning and development to plan developmentally and culturally appropriate learning activities. Define and identify teachable moments and explain their importance in enriching and individualizing learning. Child Development by Santrock Developmental Profiles: Pre-birth Through Twelve 6 th Edition by Allen and Marotz Understanding Child Development by Charlesworth Early Education Curriculum by Jackman Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth through Age 8 by Copple and Bredekamp Creative Activities for Young Children by Mayesky Young Investigators: The Project Approach in the Early Years by Helm and Katz Increasing the Power of Instruction: Integration of Language, Literacy, and Math Across the Preschool Day by Schickedanz

5 Nutrition, Health and Safety Design, develop and evaluate activities/lessons in all learning areas. Research and develop a resource list. Develop artifacts for E-portfolio. Identify nutritional components, diet modifications, physical activity needs and skills of each stage of child development. Use food guides and standards to prepare and evaluate menus that support individualized healthy growth and development for all children. Identify rules, regulations and best practices as they pertain to essential nutrition, health and safety standards for all infants and children. Identify and describe the health, safety and nutrition roles of local, state, and national agencies for licensed child care. Demonstrate the ability to identify current and reliable informational sources that assist programs and families to support optimal health, safety, and nutrition practices. Assess the effectiveness of current nutrition, health and safety policies, procedures and practices that meet the needs of all children within licensed child care programs. Design and demonstrate a learning activity in health, safety and nutrition that encourages child independence and knowledge about healthy living. Examine the importance of family/program partnerships that are responsive to diverse health, nutritional, developmental and cultural needs. Describe practices within the learning environment to reduce the risk of preventable injuries and emergencies, inclusive of disaster preparedness. Identify infection control practices and illness guidelines in collaboration with program, family, and community health resources. Caring for Our Children by US Department of Health and Human Services Health, Nutrition and Safety by Marotz

6 Administration of Early Childhood Programs Human Relations in Early Childhood Programs Use technology to identify resources at the local, state and national level. Demonstrate familiarity with Division of Child Care licensing requirements for the State of Colorado for Child Care Centers including: staff requirements, program requirements and administrative records requirements. Identify the Quality standards for programs for young children, using nationally recognized Quality Rating Systems, NAEYC Accreditation, Colorado Department Building Blocks. Compare the Colorado Department of Humans Services Rules for licensing child care centers, the National Association for the Education of Young Children s Accreditation Standards, and the Colorado Quality Standards for Early Childhood Programs. Demonstrate skills needed to operate an early childhood center. Demonstrate basic knowledge of budget and finance related to the viability of a child care center. Demonstrate skills needed to identify staff qualifications, including: Infant Nursery Supervisor, Toddler Teacher and Early Childhood Teacher in an early childhood setting and evaluate their associated job descriptions. Evaluate a staff handbook to determine if it complies with various laws. Evaluate a parent handbook to determine compliance with licensing. Demonstrate knowledge of effective communication skills dealing with children, families, staff, other professionals, and community volunteers. Define and discuss the human relations and advocacy components of an early childhood professional s responsibilities. Identify the quality of an early childhood program from a human relations standpoint. Explore strategies for connecting to and communicating with families and the community. Developing and Administering a Child Care and Education Program by Sciarra, Dorsey and Lynch Leaders and Supervisors in Child Care Programs, by Dorothy June Sciarra, Ed.D; Anne Dorsey Families, Schools and Communities: Together for Young Children by Couchenour and Chrisman From Parents to Partners: Building a Family- Centered Early Childhood Program Managing Money: A Center Directors Guidebook by Neugebauer Administration of Programs for Young Children by Click and Karkos The Art of Leadership: Managing Early Childhood Organizations by Bonnie and Roger Neugebauer The Business of Child Care: Management and Financial Strategies by Jack Effective Human Relations by Reece and Brandt Educational Leadership by Munro Mentor Coaching and Leadership in Early Care and Education by Nolan Leadership in Early Care and Education by Kagan and Bowman

7 The Exceptional Child Other Resources: Analyze the qualities of leadership including mission, vision, goal setting, team building, strategic planning. Develop and demonstrate reflective listening & conflict resolution skills and mentoring strategies to use with staff. Practice making ethical decisions using the NAEYC Code of Ethics. Demonstrate a basic understanding of typical and atypical child development of children birth 8 years of age. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the historical and philosophical aspects IDEA. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the legal components under IDEA (Part C and Part B). Demonstrate a basic knowledge of evidence-based research and developmentally appropriate practices related to instructing children with special needs within natural environments/least restrictive environments. Identify the barriers to inclusion that parents, other children, and staff encounter. The Exceptional Child by Allen and Cowdery Introduction to Special Education: Making a Difference by Smith and Tyler A Practical Guide to Early Childhood Inclusion by Gruenberg and Miller Critical Reflections About Students with Special Needs: Stories from the Classroom by Coots and Stout Children and Challenging Behavior: Making Inclusion Work by Croft and Hewitt Rules and Regulations for Licensed Early Childhood Programs in Colorado: Building Blocks K12 content standards: Quality Standards: NAEYC Program Standards and Accreditation: NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct:

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