1. The Student Teaching Handbook
Mrs. Staci Fuqua
Coordinator of Field Placements
UT Martin

2. Section I
ADMISSION to residency II Placements- How are they assigned? Removal from Residency II Remediation TERMINATION

3. Important Points about Terminating a Placement
The student teacher is responsible for compliance with all student teaching policies.
If you feel that you need to drop student teaching, contact me early.
If a school system requests your removal, we do so immediately.
Student teachers may be terminated for unsatisfactory progress or violation of policies or regulations.

4. Roles Responsibilities Requirements
Section II
Roles Responsibilities Requirements

5. School-Related Activities Orientation and Seminars
Student Teacher Responsibilities – Attendance is Required! (Most Important Points)
Prior Notice
Excessive Absences
Unexcused Absences
School-Related Activities
Orientation and Seminars

6. Subbing
Corporal Punishment
Outside Work
Transportation
Conduct- Be polite during faculty meetings and in-service, even if others around you are being rude.
Dress - at or above dress code

7. Dress
Follow your school’s dress code or better.

8. Phones- DO NOT use in school!
Social Networks- A BIG NO, NO!!!

10. Four Components of S.T. Required by State of TN
Observation – During first few days of S.T.
Participation - Jump in immediately. Be enthusiastic!
Full Teaching - The CT decides, but establish good communication about your needs.
Professional Learning – Students should participate in as many opportunities as possible.

11. How soon and how long will I actually teach?
Typically, you observe for approx. one week
Begin full-time teaching minimum one or two subjects by 2nd week and quickly transition to all subjects or all class periods. Maybe sooner!
Once full-time teaching begins, you should teach all day, every day until end of placement. You need the experience!
“Co-Teaching”- Many CT’s may be requiring you to work as a “team” rather than completely turning over their classroom to the student teacher. It’s O.K. 

12. Student teaching is your priority (not coaching, etc
Student teaching is your priority (not coaching, etc.) Line up child care options if needed.
Submit lessons plans to your CT and/or your supervisor prior to implementation and on time.
Avoid gossip. Be friendly. Smile. Respect everyone, especially the custodian and secretary :)

13. Cooperating Teachers Selected by the principal
Suggestions are not requirements for CT’s.
Help them with LiveText is necessary.
We can’t make them observe you weekly, but most will. You need the feedback.

14. University Supervisors
Full-time or adjunct faculty of UTM
The U.S. assigns your final grades for student teaching with the input of cooperating teachers.
They will hold a mid-semester and a final seminar with you.
They observe and evaluate 4 times per semester. (More if necessary)

15. The Principal Part of the mentoring team May drop in to evaluate you
Looking for prospective teachers

16. Coordinator of Field Placements
Residency I & II Placements
Policies
Procedures
Evaluation of the Residency programs
COMP Trainer/Coordinator
edTPA Logistics
Supervise University Mentors
Liason between EPP and School Partners

17. Section III
Steps for CT & US to follow if issue with S.T. arises:
Coordinator of Field Placements is notified and holds conference with S.T.
Explain problem
Document
Outline in writing how to rectify situation
Deadline for compliance
These are closely associated with removal from student teaching and failure to recommend.

18. Licensure & Assessment
Mrs. Jenny Hahn, Mrs. Jenny Hahn, Mrs. Jenny Hahn
Additional Endorsements, Other States, and Renewal
Mrs. Jenny Hahn
Surveys- Mr. Chris Brown
Assessment Questions- Mr. Chris Brown
Who can answer your questions??

19. Tips for Great S.T. Experience
Be on time and present- No Absences!
Dress appropriately.
Be flexible.
Follow the school rules.
Plan ahead.
The office staff is VERY important!
Maintain confidentiality.
DO NOT gossip.
Be professional at all times
Don’t wait until the last minute to call in sick.
Do not allow your students to call you by your first name.
Take bathroom breaks whenever you can!

20. REMEMBER…..
No Matter How You Feel
Get Up!
Dress Up!
Show Up!

22. Somebody Needs You!
“Even on your worst day on the job, you are still some child’s best hope.”
-Larry Bell

23. QUESTIONS???? Ask me anything! 

24. Please sign the acknowledgment form in back of handbook
Please sign the acknowledgment form in back of handbook. Pass to your LEFT and I will pick up!!!!

25. Please complete the “Student Information” form you should have printed from webpage. Pass to your LEFT and I will pick up!!!!