Welcome to Cooperating Teacher Orientation

Building a Base Subject Matter knowledge Approach teaching thoughtfully & reflectively Solid pedagogical/theoretical knowledge base Understanding schools in a multicultural, pluralistic democratic society

Putting It Into Practice Apply and strengthen teaching skills Accept feedback & suggestions Reflect on and adapt 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.

Absences  Notify school officials; designated site personnel  Contact cooperating teacher  Phone university supervisor and leave a message at the Office of Field Experiences. ( )  If absent more than 3 days during the semester, may be required to make up the time

Seminars Listed on calendar Usually (but not always) on Thursdays 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  1-2 weeks/7 week placement  shorter if needed for success  longer if ready  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