In the first semester of senior year, all candidates take methods classes in which they develop integrated themes and units and teach expanded lessons to the whole class in their assigned classrooms. Second semester of senior year is time for student teaching. Candidates are assigned to a classroom for twelve weeks of student teaching under the supervision of college faculty and local cooperating teachers. In the fall of 1998 a charter school, The Campus Community School, opened on the Wesley campus. This school, serving students in grades 1-8, provides the opportunity for students to have field experiences with master teachers who share Wesley's philosophy and beliefs.
Candidates are also able to apply for compensated employment as aides in the school.
Boys and Girls Club Also located on campus is a branch of the Boys and Girls Club of Delaware. In the summer, the club provides a camp in which children work on academics, participate in art and music and sports activities, and go on field trips. Many Wesley students volunteer or are paid to work with the children and receive valuable experience getting to know children from diverse backgrounds. Please visit the Boys and Girls Club web page. Faculty Wesley's faculty are actively involved with local schools, regularly providing inservice courses for local teachers.