Preparing For The arrival of your practicum/student teacher

Activity One

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Checklist for cooperating teachers

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  • Read, Cooperating Teacher Handbook given to you by the university.

  • Use the student teacher handbook as a reference.

  • Meet with student/practicum teacher prior to the first day.

  • Acquaint student/practicum teacher with the classroom procedure, discipline policy, and school-wide procedures.

  • Acquaint student/practicum teacher with homework, late work, grading and attendance policies.

  • provide student/practicum teacher with sample syllabi and course overviews.

  • Provide student/practicum teacher information of the students with special needs in the classroom and the required modifications (IEP)

  • Provide student/practicum teacher with a school tour and where to find instructional supplies.

  • Introduce student/practicum teacher with essential personnel

  • discuss fire drill and other crisis procedures

  • Help student/practicum teacher become orientated to the school, staff, and community.

  • Provide a copy of grade level standards of your school district.

  • Develop with the student/practicum teacher a schedule... see sample

 

 

 

   

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