Do you want to learn more about what a personal philosophy statement is for your CDA Professional Portfolio? And what you should include in it?
After you collect your resources and reflective statements of competence, you are ready for the last step in creating your CDA professional portfolio.
CDA Professional Portfolio Components
The five components of a CDA professional portfolio are: 1. cover sheet, 2. summary of education, 3. family questionnaires, 4. reflective statements. 5. personal philosophy statement.
One of the last components you will complete is your personal philosophy statement. This statement is a reflection of all of your values and beliefs about best practices in early childhood education.
As a professional, you now have the opportunity to share your gained knowledge through your education and experience. Share with the CDA Council what is important to you as a teacher, and why your role impacts the lives of young children and their families.
This statement is a reflection of all of your values and beliefs about best practices in early childhood education.
- definition of a personal philosophy statement
The Big Picture
Think about the big picture overall and reflect on what you have learned about yourself in this process.
- What are your beliefs about how young children learn?
- Why is your role important in the learning process?
- What has shaped your role as a teacher?
- What has influenced you to change the way you do things as an educator?
- What are your desires or dreams for the early childhood education field?
How long should your personal philosophy statement be?
Your personal philosophy statement should be no more than two pages.
You may want to ask a colleague, a friend, or family member to read your personal philosophy statement, and ask them if they were able to understand your beliefs and values as an educator.
More CDA Certification Components
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How to get a CDA Credential
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