Student Teaching Orientation Linda Ludwig Director of Field Experiences School of Education, Northern Michigan University  © Rodney H. Clarken, 2004; Updated Lubig, 2008; 2011; Updated Cameron- Standerford, 2012; 2013; Updated L. Ludwig, 2015, 2016

Purpose of the meeting Receive student teaching packet . Extras are available in Whitman 179 Review: Student teaching policies Roles & Responsibilities Rules & Guidelines

Student teaching packet Contains: Welcome Letter Student Teaching Calendar 3. Student Teaching Handbook

1. Cover letter to your cooperating teacher Thank you to cooperating teachers Tells cooperating teachers you are to explain the material in the packet to them and spend at least one day in their classroom before student teaching. Gives pertinent dates and information: i.e., student teaching calendar, seminars, TEAC meetings, website.

2. TEAC Information Invites cooperating teachers to the Teacher Education Advisory Council (TEAC) meetings which help them become better supervisors and improve our program. You are in charge of the classroom while supervisor is at TEAC. Encourage your teachers to attend as it helps both them and you.

3. Student Teaching Calendar Gives important dates for your student teaching, i.e., meetings, seminars, reports Also available on the School of Education Website

4. Guide to Student Teaching Handbook We will briefly cover the contents of this Guide with you so you can go over it with your cooperating teacher. This material is available on the Student Teaching website as a PDF and under the “Field Experience and Student Teaching Handbook” link.

Introduction, Philosophy and Goals Student teaching Is the most important experience in teacher education.  Bridges theory and practice. Helps you gradually assume the full range of duties of a teacher. Provides an opportunity to develop and evaluate your competence in a school/classroom setting.

Student Teaching Policies: I. Eligibility for Student Teaching Some of you may receive a letter stating: “A review of our records indicates that you must complete the item(s) listed below before you will be eligible for….” (graduation, student teaching certification)

If any of the information in these letters is incorrect Contact Katie Berger Racine at 227-2140 or kaberger@nmu.edu Let us know immediately if you are going to be ineligible for student teaching, so we can notify your cooperating teacher and their school.

Fingerprinting Fingerprint clearance is required for employment as a substitute teacher. Fingerprinting is a must have. Information needs to be sent to Paula Ritari, pritari@nmu.edu This must be done before your first week of student teaching is completed. If you are going overseas a copy of your passport works just as well.

Assignments Information about your placement is emailed to you and available at https://aditweb.nmu.edu/education/teach er/student/login.php. You are to interview with your cooperating teachers and spend at least one day in their classrooms before you begin your student teaching.

Liability Insurance You are covered for legal liability while placed in a student teaching situation. This coverage does not include activities outside of student teaching.

Employment Student teachers may only work Friday evening (6:00 p.m.) to Sunday evening (6:00 p.m.). Students may be involved in volunteer work at the school, such as coaching and tutoring students.

Additional Coursework Other than ED 451 Classroom Management or ED 452 Multicultural Education, additional coursework is not allowed. See Student Teaching website for criteria to request an exception to this policy.

The Student Teaching Calendar You follow your assigned school’s calendar. Fall students start when teachers report, and winter students start when your school resumes in January. The final date of student teaching is generally the Wednesday before graduation.

Attendance Student teachers attend school every day for a full day, arriving and departing according to the cooperating teacher’s schedule. Only two absences are allowed. All other absences must be made up. Absences for personal business are discouraged. Two additional days of absence are allowed for teaching job interviews if approved by your cooperating teacher.

Seminar Attendance You are required to attend all Student Teaching Seminars. ED 451 Classroom Management or ED 452 Multicultural Education generally meet on the same day to minimize travel. Student teachers are excused from their classroom duties to attend these classes. Familiarize yourself with the EduCat platform.

Dealing with Problems 1. Conference with the cooperating teacher as soon as possible. 2. If not resolved, contact the university supervisor and arrange a conference with relevant parties. 3. If still not resolved, refer to the Director of Field Experiences who will seek resolution and determine what action is needed.

Guidelines for Use of Student Teachers as Substitutes All involved parties must approve and the quality of instruction is not to be compromised. Only permitted in your assigned classroom(s). No more than 10 total days. Student teachers will qualify and be paid according to the district policies. Student teaching while cooperating teacher attends TEAC meetings is not considered substitute teaching. Student teachers are responsible for becoming certified to be a substitute teacher according to the polices of the district.

Evaluation Procedures Evaluations of the student teacher are submitted electronically according to dates on the Student Teaching Calendar. The cooperating teacher, university supervisor and student teacher each complete these evaluations.

Evaluation Forms The student teacher evaluation is based on the Charlotte Danielson Framework. Domains: 1) Planning and Preparation 2) Classroom Environment 3) Instruction 4) Professional Responsibilities

Grading Evaluation forms provide opportunities to identify your strengths and weaknesses. These reports evaluate Planning and Preparation, Classroom Environment, Instruction and Professional Responsibilities Student teachers will receive one of the following grades for Student Teaching and Seminar:            S ( satisfactory with certification) P ( pass grade for credit but no certification) U ( unsatisfactory, no credit or certification)

Reporting timeline Teach one full day before the first progress report (fourth Friday), One week before the mid-term report (eighth Friday) Two weeks before the final report UNIVERSITY SUPERVISOR will observe 4 times and discuss your progress. They will complete the evaluations.

Responsibilities of…. Student Teacher Cooperating Teacher University Supervisor

Responsibilities of Student Teacher Follow school policies. Plan for all teaching responsibilities. An acceptable lesson plan is expected for every lesson to be taught. Be punctual and attend each class daily, whether teaching or not. Inform the school if you will be tardy or absence. Make time available for conferences with the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor and follow closely their guidance. Pay in full any and all additional costs related to out-of- area or overseas placements.

Cooperating Teacher Responsibilities Maintain quality instruction for the pupils in his/her class.            Involve the student teacher in specific classroom tasks and plan a schedule with the student teacher. Guide the student teacher in developing their professional responsibilities. Evaluate the quality of the student teacher's performance and engage in frequent conferences to encourage progress. Prepare and submit evaluation reports according to schedule.

University Supervisor Responsibilities Assist the professional relationship between the student teacher and the school community Serve as a liaison between the school and NMU Observe the student teacher 3-4 times, conference and complete evaluation reports Discuss student teacher’s progress Facilitate discussions between the student teacher and cooperating teacher

Director of Field Experiences Responsibilities Oversees all teacher education field experiences, including student teaching. Identifies, obtains and monitors quality field placement sites; oversees all reports and forms; maintains good relations with schools; provides the leadership necessary for a quality program; oversees all applications and placements; monitors student progress; orients all parties and evaluates and improves the program.

Email Contact We will be informing you of information related to your student teaching, seminar, graduation and employment via your NMU email. PS) Check your email.

References Guide to Student Teaching: A Handbook for Student Teachers, Cooperating Teachers, and University Supervisors NMU Field Experiences and Student Teaching Handbook This presentation and all materials related to student teaching are at http://www.nmu.edu/education/node/166

Contact Information for Field Experiences Office Linda Ludwig Director of Field Experiences lludwig@nmu.edu 906-227-1881 Paula Ritari Field Experiences Secretary pritari@nmu.edu 906-227-2160 School of Education Whitman 179 Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 Tel: 906-227-2160 Fax: 906-227-2764