New Student Teacher Meeting:

    1.       Pick up an application form.

2.       Download an application from my homepage and then type your information. Single space as much as possible. Follow the guidelines on the sheet.  Remember your application is the first time people will “see you in print”.  Only perfection is acceptable.

3.       You may request a placement, however, your request may or may not be honored.  Do not request a building where you attended or were employed, relatives are employed, or your children attend.  Double placements are usually made in one district.

4. Use professional writing.  Have someone (The Student Success Center in Ambrose 243 is very helpful) read over your application.  If there are mistakes, you have two days to redo the application, or you will be denied student teaching.  Your advisor is wonderful help!  (See #3 again.)

5. Applications are due in my office on November 14.  Late applications might delay placements.  Late applicants must petition the Teacher Education Working Committee because Student Teaching will be denied.  Remember to keep a copy of your application.

6. Once placements are made, they are final.  Changes may not be made.  Please contact your cooperating teacher(s) as soon as you have your placement(s).

7. Placements will be posted outside Ambrose 204 on May 1 for fall placements and Nov. 1 for spring placements.  However, it is possible that some placements will be later depending on responses from local districts.

8. If there are any serious changes (incompletes, failure to pay tuition, failed classes, illness) in your situation that could affect your student teaching, please notify me immediately.
   
9. Student teaching is the last requirement of your major. Unless it is absolutely necessary for you, limit outside commitments such as working, taking classes, or coaching. Apply for graduation one year before you graduate.

10. Remember, you are a guest in the school and are representing St. Ambrose at all times.  Do your best.  Good Luck!