Welcome to Cooperating Teacher Orientation

Program Goals Subject Matter knowledge Approach teaching thoughtfully & reflectively Solid pedagogical knowledge base Understand responsibility for enculturating students into a democracy Understanding schools in a multicultural, pluralistic democratic society Contribute to ongoing renewal of schools

Course Goals Apply and strengthen teaching skills and to continue to learn about teaching. Accept feedback & suggestions from your cooperating teacher & university supervisor. Reflecting on and adapting own teaching. Observe, discuss & participate. Graded P or NC (equivalent of a “B”)

Masters Students Complete an additional assignment (case study) focusing on their capacity to impact student learning through assessment and reflection.

Seminars Listed on calendar Usually (but not always) on Thursdays 8:30-10:30am or 4:00-6:00pm. Failure to notify an absence before a seminar will be considered unprofessional behavior and may affect grade. Must prepare lesson plans.

Supervision / Assessment  Observation by university supervisor Written & oral feedback  Cooperative Evaluation Every 4 weeks Student & Cooperating teachers  Verification Signature of CT on competencies (TPEs)

SEQUENCING  Observe  Take notes!  Routines  Assist  Individual, small groups short time period  Short time periods  Teach off teacher’s plans

* Teach  Routines or student teacher’s strength  Plan and carry out instruction  By time, subject, or period  C.T. leaves room for longer periods of time  Sequentially take on more responsibilities

* Solo  Responsible for entire classroom program  2 weeks/8 week placement  shorter if needed for success  C.T. out of room  Plans MUST be approved  C.T. may act as aide for program continuity

 Phase Out  Gradually return control to C.T. ­ Observe other teachers/grade levels ­ Continue involvement with students and C.T.

w Inform ST of controversial community problems/situations w Seating chart/class picture w Evaluate ST’s performance w Write a letter of recommendation w 90% credit for 3 units

St. Teachers as Subs District must agree to conditions ST must be active district sub May not sub during first week or “solo” period Can only sub for Co-op. teacher Can not be pulled from student teaching to sub District must agree to conditions ST must be active district sub May not sub during first week or “solo” period Can only sub for Co-op. teacher Can not be pulled from student teaching to sub