Field Experience/Observations

PURPOSE

Field Experience is designed to provide aspiring educators with an opportunity to observe in a classroom to gain first-hand knowledge of teaching, classroom procedures, and student learning. Field Experience is a precursor to student teaching or internship.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants MUST meet ONE of the following program criteria:

1. Enrollment in a college or university educator preparation course

* Attach COURSE SYLLABUS requiring Field Experience

2. Enrollment in an Alternative Certification Program leading to teacher certification

*Attach PROGRAM ACCEPTANCE LETTER as verification

DUTIES/ACTIVITIES

• Observe teachers in a classroom teaching and working with students
• Interview and discuss teaching and learning processes with teacher
• Teach an instructor-approved lesson with supervision (university students)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• A name-based background check will be conducted every school year from August 1- July 31.
• The candidate must contact the campus of their choice to make arrangements once the approval email is received.
• The field experience/observation must be conducted between September 12 - December 2, 2022 and January 9 - March 10, 2023.

Observations will follow all COVID-19 Safety Measures.