For this assignment, you will compose a paper that considers similarities and differences between managers and leaders, and why the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct defines the roles and characteristics that a program administrator must display.

In an essay, address the following:

• Compare and contrast management and leadership responsibilities of an administrator working within early childhood education settings
• Explain the role of instructional leadership within an early childhood education setting
• Explain how educational standards could be reflected in program models and director competencies
• Assess the value of the NAEYC's Code of Ethical Conduct as it relates to defining the roles and characteristics of a program administrator
• Give examples of two professional development initiatives that an administrator may launch that would align with ethical conduct standards
• Describe the qualities (as a leader) you would look for in potential candidates looking to enter the field of early childhood education

Length: 5-7 pages, include 5 peer-reviewed journal articles.