Single Subject Program Orientation

AUGUST 22, 2019

National Day Of…

NATIONAL SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST DAY

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NATIONAL BAO DAY

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Agenda9:00-9:45 am Introductions, Course Schedule, & Field Placement

Expectations9:45-10:15 am Intro to Technology course10:20 am-12:30 pm Personal cultural histories in Foundations (EDSS 264) Cohorts

Cintron –Mendocino 1026

Berta-Avila – Mendocino 1024

Norris – Mendocino 1030

Allender – Mendocino 1020

Coughlin- Mendocino 1022

Our MissionThe Teaching Credentials Branch prepares socially just teachers and teacher leaders to be agents of change, committed to equity and inclusion in culturally and linguistically diverse schools and communities.

Save the Date

College of Education Multicultural Education Conference

Saturday, April 25, 2020

Introductions: Who’s WhoDepartment Chair- Dr. Deidre Sessoms

Program Coordinator- Dr. Jenna Porter

Bilingual Authorization Coordinator- Dr. José Cintrón

Field Placement Coordinator- Dr. Mae Chaplin

Faculty

Teaching Credentials Webpage

EDSS 365A/BFundamentals

Mondays, 1:30-5:50 pm (Lecture 1:30- 3:00 pm; Lab 3:15- 5:50 pm)

Problem Solving

For Concerns about the Program:1. Communicate with your Course Instructor!

2. Communicate with Program Coordinator- Dr. Jenna Porter

3. Communicate with Department Chair- Dr. Deidre Sessoms

Field ExperienceWhat is Field Experience? Why is it important? ◦ Provides experiences with various grade levels in public

schools, with students from different linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

◦ Opportunity to practice the theories and strategies learned in coursework

◦ Allows for interaction with students, parents, and the larger school community

Read the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook for details ◦ http://csus.edu/coe/academics/credentials/handbooks/index.

html

Field Placement Requirements: Fall

Time Commitment◦ Three periods daily (final period must end by 12:30)

One Period◦ Gradually take over lead teacher responsibilities for planning◦ Continue co-teaching this class through the spring semester

One Period◦ Observation/Participation in a class where content is taught primarily to English Learners◦ Gradually take over lead teacher responsibilities of this class in the spring

One Period◦ Co-curricular activities◦ Become acquainted with all aspects of the school and the school community

Read the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook (pp. 5-8) for details

Student Teaching Requirements: SpringTime Commitment:

◦ Five periods daily (final period must end by 2:00)

One Period:◦ Continue fall course assignment◦ Act as lead teacher◦ Co-teaching continues.

One Period:◦ Continue fall course assignment in class with English Learners◦ Take over lead teacher responsibilities◦ Co-teaching continues.

Read the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook (pp. 5-8) for details

Student Teaching Requirements: SpringOne Period:

◦ Additional class placement (same content as either of the above periods; not a new prep)◦ Co-plan & Co-teach.

One Period:◦ Co-curricular activities◦ Become acquainted with all aspects of the school and the school community

One Period:◦ Planning and preparation with CT

Read the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook (pp. 5-8) for details

Field Placement SupportCo-Teacher◦ In-service cooperating teacher (CT)◦ Collaborates with and mentors Teacher Candidate

University Supervisor (US) ◦ Faculty member who evaluates the Candidate’s performance◦ Acts as a liaison between university and public school◦ Communicates among the school administrators, the CTs and the program

faculty/staff

The Student Teaching Triad

University Supervisor

Cooperating Co-Teacher

Co-TeacherCandidate

Communication

General Candidate Responsibilities

Arrive at classroom 30 minutes prior to the start of class

Be prepared to fully engage in whatever your responsibilities are (materials, lesson plans, etc.)

Learn and follow all school rules

Dress and act professionally

Attend department meetings and/or school-wide events (Back to School Night, conferences, etc.) when possible

Maintain a Student Teaching Binder

Read the full list of Teacher Candidate responsibilities is on p. 11 of the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook

CT ResponsibilitiesModel effective management and instructional strategiesImplement co-teaching strategies, as appropriateConsult daily with Candidate (provide feedback, advice, curriculum, etc.) Review and provide feedback on Candidate lesson plans at least 1 day prior to allowing them to teach Observe Candidate on regular basis and provide oral and written feedback Communicate regularly with the University Supervisor (US)Assist Candidate in accessing school materials, grading systems, technology, etc.Complete a mid-term and final evaluation of Candidate in collaboration with the University SupervisorRead the full list of CT responsibilities is on pp. 13-14 of the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook

University Supervisor ResponsibilitiesSupport Candidate and CT

Initial meeting with the Candidate and CT by week 4

Observe a minimum of 6 times in Fall and Spring semesters

Communicate regularly with the Candidate and CT

Collaborating with the CT, complete a mid term (only in spring – fall is a check-in) and final evaluation (fall and spring)

Read the full list of University Supervisor responsibilities is on p. 14 of the Single Subject Field Placement Handbook

When to Speak with CTAny general concerns

For clarification about school or classroom policies, procedures, expectations or norms

A concern arises with students in your classroom

A concern arises with a parent of a student in your classroom

A concern arises between yourself and your CT◦ Use “I” messages to communicate your concerns, e.g., “I feel I need more time to discuss my lesson

ideas with you.”

Other concerns as appropriate◦ These may involve colleagues at your site or in your classes◦ Use the utmost discretion when discussing these situations

When to Speak with University Supervisor

After you speak with your CT and have unresolved issues with:◦ Any general concerns◦ For clarification about school or classroom policies, procedures, expectations or norms◦ A concern arises with students in your classroom◦ A concern arises with a parent of a student in your classroom◦ A concern arises between yourself and your CT

A concern arises between yourself and your supervisor◦ Use “I” messages to communication your concerns, e.g., “I feel that I need you to offer concrete reasons

why you rated my professionalism as a level “1” on evaluation form.”

Other concerns as needed

When to Speak with the Field Placement Coordinator

After you speak with your CT and University Supervisor and have unresolved issues with:◦ Any general concerns◦ For clarification about school or classroom policies, procedures, expectations or norms◦ A concern arises with students in your classroom◦ A concern arises with a parent of a student in your classroom◦ A concern arises between yourself and your CT or University Supervisor

A concern arises between you and a faculty member that remains unresolved after direct attempts to communicate with faculty

Contact the Teaching Credentials Department Chair after you have taken the above steps

Attitude & IntegritySeek to make a positive contribution to any situation

Approach this experience with a growth mindset – seek to understand, not judge

Act with integrity – be reliable, genuine, honest, and honorable

Act with discretion – do not gossip, sensationalize, share confidential information or minimize others

Ed Tech Course Introductionhttps://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1sxDfzgeFXd0mge_Jig0l6dWcKcGGIoxu-N-l1UPjIVc/edit?usp=sharing

Joint Program Orientation

Friday, August 23, 20199:30 am- 4:00 pm

Bring pot luck items to Ballroom to store backstage

10:20-12:30 Personal/cultural historiesCintrón –Mendocino 1026

Berta-Avila – Mendocino 1024 Norris – Mendocino 1030

Allender – Mendocino 1020 Coughlin- Mendocino 1022