Assist with content-oriented problems and serve as a resource for both the cooperating teacher and the student teacher. Assist the cooperating teacher and student teacher in the process of continuous evaluation with particular emphasis on helping the student teacher to develop and use reflective, self-evaluation techniques. When entering a school building, stop in the main office to announce your presence and purpose in the building. Provide a telephone number where you may be contacted to the principal and the cooperating teacher. Approach observations and conferences with student teachers in a positive manner.
Most student teachers appreciate honesty, frankness, and fairness in the evaluation of their work.
Student teachers should know successes and what improvements in their performance are necessary. If a problem arises, deal with it immediately. Often, resolving a problem in its early stages will preclude its growth into a more serious issue. Changes should be reported immediately to Education Academic Services. No changes in student teaching placements should be made without the full participation of all individuals involved.