Student Teaching Placement
- Semester-long experience in an accredited school classroom
- Matches candidate’s certification area and grade range
Course Requirements (EDU 479)
- Follow syllabus expectations for planning, teaching, and assessing
- Show ongoing progress in professional responsibilities
Application Deadlines
- February 15 application deadline to student teach in the Fall semester
- September 15 application deadline to student teach in the Spring semester
Evaluation Process
- Formal evaluations by HLGU supervisors and cooperating teachers
- Ensures student teachers are thoroughly and competently assuming professional teaching roles
Required Assessments
- Score successfully on the Missouri Educator Evaluation System (MEES) assessment rubric
- Pass the Missouri Content Assessment (Praxis) in area of certification to meet DESE requirements for Missouri certification
Additional Guidance
- Professional standards and field experience guidelines found in the Teacher Education Program Handbook