Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania College of Education Mission Statement The Mission of the College of Education is to: The mission of Bloomsburg University’s College of is: to prepare ethical educational professionals who are empowered to assess the development and facilitate the growth of all learners to succeed and lead in our diverse and technologically complex world; and to as a resource to the region. Performance Expectations for Candidates A professional educator is a reflective practitioner who is a knowledgeable and thoughtful facilitator of human growth and development. This professional cultivates in learners an ability to apply critical thinking to the solution of problems. This professional displays a sense of empowerment through: The acquisition of a knowledge base The ability to see connections between theory and practice The use of technology for educational outcomes An understanding of a wide variety of strategies for accommodating the developmental readiness and learning style variations associated with all aspects of diversity An application of this expertise to the broader community Recognizing one’s own heritage honoring the diversity found in schools and communities
Bloomsburg University Teacher Education Field Experience Diversity Requirements Category Diversity Description 1 ESL school district that includes an ESL population 2 Exceptionalities school that is defined as inclusive students have been identified as: needing physical, cognitive, or emotional assistance, having a speech and/or communication disorder, and/or gifted/talented 3 Gender classroom with both male and female students 4 Race/Ethnicity 20% or more non-white students in classroom 5 Socio-Economic Status 20% or more students in school registered for free/reduced lunch Student I.D. Number Name of School1 Non-Urban Date(s) Attended Authorized K-12 Signature # of Category Number(s) Effective fall 2007, students pursuing a teaching certification at Bloomsburg University must have documented experience working with diverse students as indicated above. Field experience must be a minimum of 30 hours and include exposure to all five diversity requirements. These requirements must be met prior to your student teaching placement2. Failure to meet the diversity categories will mean that Bloomsburg University will not be able to recommend you for certification in teacher education. While it is the student’s responsibility to find placements for this field experience, the Teacher Education Unit will provide demographic data on schools in the area, as well as outside the area, to assist students. Contact the Director of Field Experiences , 570-389-4865 for more information. Please do not approach any schools in the Columbia/Montour areas, as they are being used primarily for student teaching placements. Questions should be addressed directly to your advisor and/or department chair. Faculty/Advisor’s Signature Date Student’s Signature Date 1 A separate sheet must be completed for each school. 2 The department chair has discretion regarding any diversity requirement completed during student teaching. Student Reflection/Attach Sheets In each of the five defined diversities (ESL, Exceptionalities, Gender, Race/Ethnicity and SES), choose examples from your field experiences (practicum, student teaching, internship, observations, etc.) of strategies that will enhance your skills as a teacher. How have your experiences working with diverse learners impacted you?