• Student Teacher Jullya Pawa with students

  • Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations of Student Teachers 

    The basic role of the student teacher is to demonstrate ability in classroom teaching under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the guidance of the university/college supervisor. This role requires contributing constructively to the school and enhancing the continuing growth and development of students. Student teaching must be completed at the grade levels and the areas of specialization for which the student teacher wishes to receive certification from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). The length of experience is determined by each college or university; dates are agreed upon between the School District and the university/college.

    The student teacher will:

    • Take on the cooperating teacher's class load as well as assist with other duties carried out during regular school hours (lunchroom duty, hallway/bus supervision, etc.)in accordance with their university/college;
    • Assume the responsibilities of the cooperating teacher, including but not limited to record-keeping, planning, instruction, assessment, displays, and day-to-day classroom management;
    • Become acquainted with the roles of personnel within the school affecting the classroom and the school decision-making process;
    • Attend school events, parent-teacher conferences, faculty meetings, and workshops as approved by the cooperating teacher, building administrator, and university/college and;
    • Use sound judgment and demonstrate professionalism. 

     

    Student Teacher Ashley Arndt

    Student Teacher Angelina Hermiz

    Because student teachers are not certified, they cannot be used as a substitute teacher without a short-term substitute license and college approval. Although student teachers are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities in which the cooperating teacher is involved, these extracurricular activities are optional.

  • Student Teacher Jessica Ramos with students