The Teaching Block
Teacher Candidates are expected to:
- Plan and prepare lessons using the assigned lesson plan templates.
- Submit lesson plans to the Associate Teacher for review the day prior to implementation.
- Ensure that any materials needed for the lesson are prepared well ahead of time.
- Regularly maintain and update the Field Experience Portfolio (FEP). Use the provided criteria and rubrics specific to the FEP Assignment on Canvas (Foundations LMS) as a guide. The Foundations Instructor will assess the FEP assignment which will contribute to the final grade for the Foundations course.
- Be responsible for the security of all teaching tools, including laptops, other electronic devices, and any student information.
- Complete administrative tasks normally completed by the Associate Teacher (e.g., attendance, distribution or collection of forms) as assigned.
- Participate in any regularly scheduled duties with the Associate Teacher (e.g., lunch duty, bus duty, yard duty, hall duty) for the full duration of the duty.
- Reflect daily on the expectations of the lesson(s) taught, the actual experience of teaching the lesson(s), and what was learned through this process.
- Be considerate and flexible when arranging time with the Associate Teacher and/or Foundations instructor to discuss planning, lessons, and feedback.
- Demonstrate openness to new ideas, and be responsive and open to the Associate Teacher's suggestions, alternative strategies, and recommendations.
- Seek guidance and assistance from the Associate Teacher and Foundations Instructor as required.
- Report any concerns to your Foundations Instructor and/or the Practicum Office in a timely manner.
