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Education Building – Room 110 Office of Field Experiences Field Placement Orientation

Introduction of Faculty Dr. Lula Henry Department of Teacher Education, Interim Chair Dr. Gayle Butaud Office of Field Experience, Director

Contact Information Mrs. Paula Hussey Dr. Cavan Leerkamp Mrs. Wanda Nicklebur Ms. Danna Perello

Phase I: PEDG 3300 – Human Learning and Development – 15 hours EACH 4303 – Intro. Early Childhood – 15 hours You will do small group work, one on one tutoring, etc. Supervisors for these courses will just visit the mentor teacher. You may/may not be on campus for their visit. You are to be actively involved in the classroom. You are not to sit and watch. Sequence of Courses

Phase I: PEDG 3351 – Social Studies Methods – 30 hours Phase II - EC-6 CertificationsSecondary Certifications PEDG 3350 – Math Methods PEDG 3380 – Secondary Curriculum PEDG 3352 – Science Methods PEDG 4380 – Classroom Management PEDG 4340 – Classroom Management SPED 4307 – Inclusion in the Classroom SPED 4311 – Life Skills in the Classroom You will teach two 45 minute lessons for these courses. You will schedule an LU supervisor to watch you teach one of them. You are to be actively involved in the classroom. You are not to sit and watch.

Remember: Prerequisites must be met for each course. You must earn a C or better in all teacher preparation courses to progress in the program. You must have your own transportation to your field work campus. It is your responsibility to scheduled day/time that your LU supervisor can watch you teach. It is your responsibility to have your verification form signed each time you visit.

If you are taking …You are ready to take… PEDG 3351EC-6 CORE Subjects Social Studies (803) 4-8 CORE Subjects Social Studies (808) PEDG 3350EC-6 CORE Subjects Math (802) 4-8 CORE Subjects Math (807) PEDG 3352EC-6 CORE Subjects Science(804) 4-8 CORE Subjects Science (809) PEDG 3380EC-12 Health, Music, Art, PE or 8-12 Math, Social Studies, History, ELAR, Life Science, Science PEDG 4340 or 4380EC- 12 PPR SPED 4307 or 4311EC-12 Special Education Literacy BlockEC-6 CORE Subjects ELAR (801) 4-8 CORE Subjects ELAR (806) Proficiency Tests You must complete ALL proficiency tests before you can begin Phase III: Clinical Teaching. There is a deadline to begin Clinical Teaching!!

T-CERT TExES Certification Exam Review for Teachers (T-CERT) is a portal based educator test preparation program provided through a partnership with the Texas Education Agency. The site is designed to enhance the preparation you have received though your teacher preparation program. The T-CERT review includes online content, handouts, presentations, videos, practice questions and scheduled on-line chats with others preparing for the same exam and a subject matter expert. You are required to complete the T-CERT review before registering for the Lamar Proficiency Test. Questions?? See Kylie Thompson 201F

Phase III – Clinical Teaching All day on a public school campus for 60 days. All proficiency tests must be passed before you receive a placement.

Things to Print: Verification form Assessment forms Teacher Education Department education.lamar.edu > assessment forms OR TK 20 document room > public documents > PEDG – Teacher Education Things to Read:  Field Experience Handbook  LU Fit to Teach Policy

Things to do: NAME BADGE Go to Wimberly Building – 1st floor and have an Clinical ID Badge made – Bring your Lamar ID with you. MY LAMAR You must have a my.lamar.edu account. All intern information will be ed through my.lamar.edu TRANSPORTATION You are responsible for your own transportation to field placements while in the program. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK Contact the district you selected and find out what you need to do to be on campus. Follow up.

Things to bring with you: Make a one page sheet for your mentor: Your name, phone, Course Schedule Job schedule Possible Dates/Times for your visits Course Requirements

Your responsibilities : Complete a Volunteer Background Check in the District you selected. Have transportation to your placement. It is YOUR responsibility to make contact with the campus. If your mentor does not return your phone call or – JUST SHOW UP! WEAR YOUR NAME BADGE and bring your driver’s license. Introduce yourself to the first person you see in the office and ask about procedures for being on campus.

REMEMBER: You are a guest on that campus and this is a job interview for you Journal at HOME about your experience. All course assignments associated with TK20 MUST be attached to receive your course grade. You are NOT to just sit and watch. You should be actively involved in the classroom. Savor this experience. Take time to think about what is going on in the classroom and how it relates to the course you are taking. More responsibilities :

IF THERE IS A PROBLEM… us ASAP Mrs. Nicklebur – Dr. Leerkamp – Include your L#, certification area, current placement and be specific about the problem. Our office will contact you as soon as we fix it……

Professional Behavior

Other Items: Professional Organizations – Lamar Student Educator Association Liability Insurance Meetings/Programs Any students using Communication Access Services need to stay after for additional information. Sign Professionalism Agreement

Have a great semester! Good Luck…