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Observation and Orientation Days

Getting to Know the Class A Teacher Candidate assists two young students working at a table.

The Teacher Candidate can learn so much about establishing relationships with students, classroom management, and communication just by leading the class through general routines (e.g., entry/exit routines) or any other activity that is part of the daily classroom routine.

During this time, Teacher Candidates are learning to be a part of the classroom but are not expected to be submitting lesson plans nor teaching. They are still attending BEd program classes, and are expected to focus on assignments while building comfort and familiarity with your classroom. 

Appropriate routines for Observation and Orientation Days might include:
  • School/classroom entry and dismissal procedures or routines. 
  • Attendance, late routines, and processes for ensuring absent students can access the work/lesson materials upon returning. 
  • Routines for responding to parent/guardian communications.
  • Distributing/collecting forms or assignments. 
  • Communication routines with EAs, ECEs, and other support staff. 
  • Any routine that is specific to the class (e.g., washroom breaks, library, etc.)
  • Technology routines.