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The professional philosophy statement 

The professional philosophy statement IS the final task in the creation of the portfolio Here you will summarize your professional beliefs and values about early childhood education. The professional philosophy statement should be no more than three pages in length.

Identify your personal values and beliefs around teaching and learning? How do you believe young children learn? Based on this what do you believe your role is? Beyond teaching and learning, reflect and write about what you believe are the other important aspects of your role in the lives of children and families.

-Describe some of the ways you support the development of children’s positive self-concepts and growing social /emotional skills.

-Reflect on your philosophy of guiding young children’s challenging behaviors?