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1. WHAT IS STUDENT-TEACHING? 2. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO STUDENT TEACH? 3. WILL CPS PROVIDE A HIGH-QUALITY STUDENT-TEACHING EXPERIENCE? 4. WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A STUDENT TEACHER? 5. ARE THERE DUTIES A STUDENT TEACHER CANNOT PERFORM? 6. WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A COOPERATING TEACHER? 7. WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY SUPERVISOR? 8. HOW LONG IS STUDENT-TEACHING? 9. CAN STUDENT TEACHERS GET PAID? 10. WHAT IS APPROPRIATE STUDENT TEACHER ATTIRE? 11. CAN A STUDENT TEACHER HOLD A JOB OR TAKE UNIVERSITY CLASSES? 12. SHOULD THE STUDENT TEACHER FOLLOW THE UNIVERSITY CALENDAR OR THE CPS CALENDAR? 13. HOW MANY ABSENCES ARE STUDENT TEACHERS ALLOWED? 14. WHAT IF A STUDENT TEACHER NEEDS TO CALL IN SICK OR HAS AN UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY? 15. CAN A STUDENT-TEACHING EXPERIENCE BE TERMINATED? 16. WILL A STUDENT TEACHER BE CERTIFIED IMMEDIATELY AFTER COMPLETING STUDENT-TEACHING? 17. HOW DOES SOMEONE GET A JOB WITH CPS? 1. What is student-teaching? Student teaching usually occurs at the final phase of the traditional teacher certification process. Comparable to an internship, student teaching is a full-time placement that involves working with a cooperating teacher who provides guidance about administrative tasks, instruction, assessment, classroom management, and other education-related responsibilities. A university supervisor also provides feedback and formal evaluation. Student teaching must be done at the grade level(s) and in the area of specialization sought. The length of the experience is determined by each college or university but usually lasts an entire quarter or semester; dates are agreed upon between the cooperating school and university. 2. What are the requirements to student teach in the Chicago Public Schools? The Illinois State Certification Board only recognizes and accepts student teaching when it is earned after completion of sophomore year. Student teachers should have completed the required coursework and clinical hours as well as be enrolled in a student-teaching course. The college or university must also approve the student-teaching placement. Individuals should have passed the Basic Skills Test and Content Area Test before student teaching. The Assessment of Professional Teaching is usually taken before the certification application is filed with ISBE. The college's or university's placement office should be contacted for application deadlines, placement procedures, and information about passing the certification tests. Information about testing is available at www.icts.nesinc.com. Recognizing our professional responsibility to our student body and ensuring proper alignment with the Illinois School Code, the Student-Teaching Program requires all prospective student teachers to complete the student teaching registration process for CPS student-teaching placement approval. Below are the required student teacher registration forms that must be completed for CPS student-teaching placement approval:
Please click here to view and download a copy of the CPS Student-Teaching Registration Packet. Note: The above document is available in the Portable Document Format (PDF). Download the free Acrobat Reader plug-in if you cannot view PDF files. 3. Will CPS provide a high-quality student-teaching experience? Through its Education Plan, CPS is committed to developing capacity at the classroom, school, and district levels to ensure all students are provided superior instructional programs and supportive school environments that will allow them to meet standards and develop high aspirations. The goals include improving school leadership, enhancing instruction, and partnering with families and communities. The high-quality CPS programs in literacy, math, science, and the arts are complimented by numerous after-school and pre-school programs. Almost two hundred teachers hold certificates from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Numerous CPS teachers have also received awards from the Golden Apple Foundation. In an effort to ensure safe learning environments, CPS practices a "zero tolerance" policy outlined in the Uniform Discipline Code available at http://intranet.cps.k12.il.us/udc.html. 4. What are the responsibilities of a student teacher? Student teachers are responsible for assuming the responsibilities of their cooperating teachers including, but not limited to, record keeping, planning, instruction, assessment, displays, and day-to-day classroom operations. Other customary duties include attending school events, parent-teacher conferences, faculty meetings, and workshops. Colleges and universities establish the minimum and maximum number of classes for which a student teacher can be responsible. Student teachers are expected to work a full day and meet the requirements set forth by the university or CPS evaluation tools. Sound judgment and professionalism are essential qualities of a successful student teacher. In addition, colleges and universities usually require student teachers to attend weekly seminars. 5. Are there duties a student teacher cannot perform? Student teachers are responsible for the class load of their cooperating teachers, as well as any other duties carried out during regular school hours (lunchroom duty, hallway supervision, etc.) However, it is illegal to leave an uncertified student teacher alone with students; therefore, student teachers cannot be used as substitutes. Although student teachers are also encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities in which the cooperating teacher is involved, these extra activities are optional and cannot conflict with the university's weekly seminars or other requirements. Please refer to the Student-Teaching Handbook for a more comprehensive overview of the duties/responsibilities of the student teacher, cooperating teacher and school administrator role in the student-teaching process. 6. What are the responsibilities of a cooperating teacher? Cooperating teachers are usually expected to have at least three years of successful teaching experience and must be certified in the area they teach. They provide formal and informal guidance in all of the areas related to education, as well as assist the student teacher in acclimating to the school. Cooperating teachers should be competent in all areas related to instruction and be willing to encourage, guide, and assess the student teacher in positive ways. Since cooperating teachers are also responsible for completing evaluation forms, colleges and universities should clearly communicate all of their expectations and deadlines. Cooperating teachers receive thirty CPDUs toward re-certification in one five-year period. If they share a student teacher, they are entitled to fifteen CPDUs and are thus able to earn credit for hosting two student teachers in one five-year period. In addition, most colleges or universities provide a stipend or tuition waiver. Please refer to the Student-Teaching Handbook for a more comprehensive overview of the duties/responsibilities of the student teacher, cooperating teacher, university supervisor and school administrator role in the student-teaching process. 7. What are the responsibilities of the college or university supervisor? College or university supervisors usually have a strong teaching and/or administrative background. They observe student teachers according to the college's or university's guidelines. During these visits, they provide formal and informal feedback to the student teacher and communicate with the cooperating teacher. The supervisor is responsible for communicating this progress to the college or university. Furthermore, the supervisor assists the student teacher in developing a pedagogical framework that is student-centered and meets the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Please refer to the Student-Teaching Handbook for a more comprehensive overview of the duties/responsibilities of the student teacher, cooperating teacher, university supervisor and school administrator role in the student-teaching process. 8. How long is student-teaching? The length of the student-teaching assignment is determined by each university. Typically, student teaching is for an entire quarter or semester. Some colleges and universities, however, divide the student-teaching placement in half. For example, some individuals might be at a middle school for the first eight weeks and a high school for the remaining eight weeks. Others require student teaching to be done at only one school. Student teachers should check with their college or university for the requirements. 9. Can student teachers get paid? Student-Teaching is a university course requirement, of which the student teacher fulfills within a select school district. The student-teaching experience is non-compensated. If you have further questions about this matter, please contact the CPS Student-Teaching Program Coordinator. 10. What is appropriate student teacher attire? Student teachers should always strive to make a positive impression on colleagues, administrators, students, and parents. Most schools have guidelines for teacher attire so cooperating teachers should be consulted for this information. In general, student teachers should choose attire that presents them as professionals. Clothes that appear sloppy, overly casual, or inappropriate can distract students and result in negative attitudes. A good rule is to wear clothes considered "business casual." 11. Can a student teacher hold a job or take university classes? Student teachers are strongly encouraged not to take extra classes or hold a job during student teaching. This can take away time, energy, and quality from student teaching and conflict with weekly seminar attendance and other requirements. 12. Should the student teacher follow the university calendar or the CPS calendar? Student teachers should follow the CPS calendar. They are entitled to all holidays and vacations which occur during student teaching and are recognized by CPS. 13. How many absences are student teachers allowed? Each college or university has its own attendance requirements. However, student teachers are expected to be at school every day during student teaching. Any exceptions should be worked out with the university supervisor and cooperating teacher. 14. What if a student teacher needs to call in sick or has an unexpected emergency? If a student teacher needs to miss a day because of illness or an emergency, he or she should contact the cooperating teacher and university supervisor as soon as possible. The university supervisor will decide if this time needs to be made up. 15. Can a student-teaching experience be terminated? If the student teacher demonstrates unethical or unprofessional behavior or fails to meet the pre-established requirements, student teaching can be terminated. A representative from the cooperating school and the college or university will make this decision. The termination of student teaching can be requested by the cooperating school or university. Human Resources reserves the authority, according to the Student Teacher and Pre-Service Teacher Enrollment Policy - Section 504.10, to remove any student teacher(s) from a CPS school site that hasn't undergone the required student teacher registration process and received official approval from the CPS Human Resources Department. Please click here to view and download a copy of the Student Teacher and Pre-Service Teacher Enrollment Policy. Note: The above document is available in the Portable Document Format (PDF). Download the free Acrobat Reader plug-in if you cannot view PDF files. 16. Will a student teacher be certified immediately after completing student-teaching? The college or university will submit proof that student teachers have completed all of the teacher certification requirements to the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) for processing. Individuals should have passed the Basic Skills Test, Content Area Test, and Assessment of Professional Teaching. Information about testing is available at www.icts.nesinc.com. Once this paperwork is processed and approved, ISBE will provide the appropriate certificates. In the meantime, student teachers should be prepared to show potential employers proof that all of the certification requirements have been met and paperwork has been submitted to ISBE by the college or university. 17. How does someone get a job with CPS? Included below is a step-by-step guide to becoming a teacher for the Chicago Public Schools:
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