NAFCC Observers:

Know and value the role of the observer

Know and follow procedures

Have good communication, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills

Understand the quality standards and believe that they are an indicator of high quality

Know Early Childhood Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practice, and best practices in the field

Understand and practice the Code of Ethical Conduct

Maintain required training

Maintain confidentiality

Respect the NAFCC Accreditation process and its history

Respect and value family child care valid care option

Have an ability to separate the role of the observer from other professional roles

Distinguish between personal definitions of quality

Have a knowledge of and a respect for differing perspectives

Be unbiased