Cooperating Teacher Student Teacher Supervisor Expectations What is

+ Cooperating Teacher Student Teacher Supervisor

+ Expectations What is expected of me, and what are things that I should expect of my student teacher and their supervisor? n. Teamwork n. Attendance n. Lesson Plans n. Cooperating Teacher’s Role n. Supervisor’s Role

+ Teamwork Student Teacher College Supervisor Cooperating Teacher “Learning and teaching should not stand on opposite banks and just watch the river flow by; instead, they should embark together on a journey down the water…” Malaguzzi, Loris, quoted in The Hundred Languages of Children

+ Attendance n Attendance: n Your student teacher must follow the school calendar, including make-up days scheduled due to weather. n Absences are only acceptable in extreme circumstances (death in immediate family, illness) n Approval for pre-planned absences must be obtained from both the cooperating teacher and the college supervisor. n Lesson plans must be submitted during an absence n Multiple absences, frequently arriving late or leaving early are not permitted. Please talk with the student teacher and report these issues to the college supervisor immediately.

+ Student Teacher Student teaching is the student teacher’s first priority and a full time job. He/She is expected to: • Work the same hours as their cooperating teacher • Attend professional meetings, including faculty meetings, parent conferences, and in-service workshops • Take part in extra curricular activities “One must be a student before one can be a teacher. ” –Chinese Proverb

+ Lesson Plans n Student teachers are expected to write daily lesson plans n The format should be what works best for you and your student teacher n Lesson plans need to include the following n Standards n Objectives n Materials n Procedure n Assessment n Post-Teaching Reflection

+ Cooperating Teacher n Mentor, Model, Support n Observe – Realize that student teachers will make mistakes. Look for the positive and be specific. n Share, assist with and review lesson plans n Communicate – Provide feedback and suggestions n Gradual Release of Responsibility – Be willing to leave the classroom n Meet and review progress using the assessment form as a guide n Complete final assessment form

+ Cooperating Teacher n Consider Team Teaching at first n Behavior management is often a concern for student teachers. Share ideas for behavior management, but let your student teacher decide how they will handle discipline n With your guidance allow your student teacher to try new ideas, then ask them to reflect on how this worked. n Observe thoughtfully n COMMUNICATE

+ Gradual Release of Responsibility Week 1 • Observe cooperating teacher • Become familiar with daily routines, discipline plans, expectations • Learn student names and seating chart • Become familiar with texts, and other curriculum materials • Review and become familiar with district, school and classroom policies • Become familiar with the office area, librarian, special teachers, custodial staff, lunchroom staff and playground areas • Look for opportunities to interact with students: Greet students, facilitate practice sessions, tutor small groups or individuals, assist with lessons

+ Gradual Release of Responsibility Week 2 -3 • Plan lessons for one new subject each week • Begin team teaching, and serve as team teacher for all lessons by the end of 3 weeks. • Assume clerical responsibilities for the classroom • Plan unit outline Week 4 • Plan lessons for at least 3 subjects • Finalize plans for new unit • Begin fulltime teaching

+ Gradual Release of Responsibility Week 5 -6 • Full time planning • Full time teaching • Prepare, develop and administer assessment instruments Week 7 • Begin phasing out of teaching • Complete necessary student assessments • Observe other building teachers • Complete all portfolio artifact preparations from experience Weeks 1 -7 • Attend all faculty meetings & professional development workshops • Be a part of meetings with parents and other staff members

+ 4 -Week Gradual Release of Responsibility For student who may be doing a shorter 4 -week experience the following timeline is a suggestion Week 1 This will be the same as the full 14 -week placement Week 2 • Plan lessons for one new group/ subject each day • Teach or serve as team teacher for all lessons by the end of this week. • Assume clerical responsibilities for the classroom Weeks 3 • Full time planning • Full time teaching • Prepare, develop and administer assessment instruments Week 4 • Begin phasing out of teaching • Complete necessary student assessments • Observe other building teachers • Complete all portfolio artifact preparations from experience

+ College Supervisor n Expect the supervisor to visit every 5 to 10 days n Can help you plan for the gradual release of responsibility to the student teacher n Your primary contact with the Luther College education program n Meet with cooperating teacher and student to review midterm progress and before completing final evaluation Any concerns should first be addressed with the Luther College supervisor.

+ Comments From A Student Teacher I have just finished my first placement and also had a positive experience. My Cooperating Teacher included me in all activities, asked my opinion, and made me feel as though I was part of the group no matter where I was in the school (in the classroom, teacher's lunch room, etc). Onthe first day he told the students that “now there are 2 teachers in the classroom”, so that when I am speaking, they would behave well and have to listen to me. He really made me feel comfortable and important. He also gave me very positive and useful feedback when I taught in front of the class. He would ask me beforehand what I wanted him to watch for. I learned so very much from him. He gave so much of himself. I always felt comfortable asking him questions and he always had time for me. -Eileen

+ Welcome Your Student Teacher Welcome your student teacher as a fellow teacher. Expect your student teacher to be nervous. Ask questions rather than making suggestions. Locate an area in your classroom where they can work. Provide a desk if possible Communicate daily. A journal might be a useful means of communication. Orient your student teacher to the building as well as to your school staff. Make your student teacher feel at home in your classroom. Introduce him/her in your school newsletter. Enjoy the experience, but set professional standards. Expect your student teacher to dress professionally and act as a professional toward the students.

+ Resources Luther College Education Website: nhttp: //www. luther. edu/education/coopteach/ Here you will find: Luther Student Teaching Handbook Links to complete the final on-line evaluations All required documents such as the W 9 form

+ Stipend All Cooperating Teachers receive a stipend for hosting a Luther Student Teacher in their classroom. To process your stipend payment, Renee Gunderson needs to collect a W 9 form from you. A blank W 9 form is available for download on the Luther Education website (http: //www. luther. edu/education/coopteach/) Renee will also wait to process your payment until she receives a narrative from you concerning your student teacher. These two documents can be faxed, emailed or mailed to: Renee Gunderson Luther College Education Dept. 700 College Drive Decorah, IA 52101 gunderre@luther. edu Phone: 563 -387 -1140 Fax: 563 -387 -1107

+ THANK YOU!