Official student teaching responsibilities begin the first day of teacher in-service in each specific district. This date differs among districts. Mentor teachers may request that a student begin work prior to teacher in-service days. Students teaching in the spring of their senior year, will be notified in the fall concerning student teaching assignments. Students must contact their mentor teachers at least one block prior to the beginning of actual student teaching and make arrangements to observe the class.
Student teaching is the student's primary responsibility.
All other college and personal activities MUST be secondary and never interfere with teaching responsibilities. The Department expects all student teachers to dress and conduct themselves in a manner which reflects genuine respect for their students and the teaching profession. Ask immediately for responsibilities. Volunteer to help lift the burdens of grading and paper work for your mentor teacher. Make it clear you are there to work hard.