CPT Professionalism and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

A preschool teacher notices a colleague frequently arrives late, leaving children unsupervised. What is the most professionally appropriate first step?

Accepted Answer

Address the concern directly with the colleague in private

Answer

Addressing concerns directly with a colleague in private is the professional first step before escalating to administration.

Question 2

Under NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct, what is a teacher's PRIMARY ethical responsibility?

Accepted Answer

To children above all others

Answer

NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct establishes that the first and highest responsibility is to children's well-being.

Question 3

A parent asks a preschool teacher to share another child's diagnosis with them so they can 'help' their child understand differences. The teacher should:

Accepted Answer

Decline and explain that all children's information is confidential

Answer

FERPA and professional ethics require confidentiality of all children's personal and medical information regardless of the requestor's intentions.

Question 4

Which action best demonstrates a preschool teacher's commitment to ongoing professional development?

Accepted Answer

Participating in a professional learning community and pursuing additional certifications

Answer

Active participation in professional learning communities and pursuing certifications reflects genuine commitment to continuous growth.

Question 5

A preschool teacher suspects a child is experiencing neglect at home. The child's parent is a close personal friend. The teacher should:

Accepted Answer

Report the suspicion to the appropriate child protective services

Answer

Mandated reporter laws require teachers to report suspected abuse or neglect regardless of personal relationships.

(CPT) Certified Preschool Teacher Practice Test

(CPT) Certified Preschool Teacher Practice Test

CPT Professionalism and Responsibilities 2