Student Teaching

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