2027 Spring Field Experience Student

Posting is only for students/candidates seeking Texas teaching certification who are currently enrolled in an accredited four year college, university or alternative certification program which requires student teaching.

NOTE: Applications will not be processed until the student's/candidate's program coordinator has submitted an official request in writing via email to studentplacements@neisd.net

PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY:

To become familiar with the routines of the classroom and classroom management techniques by completing program requirements, which would include classroom observations, special projects, preparing lesson plans, teaching lesson plans or any other course required assignments to be completed with students.

NOTE: All assignments must have mentor and principal approval.

POTENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF A MENTOR TEACHER) FIELD EXPERIENCE STUDENTS/CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED BY THEIR PROGRAM TO COMPLETE ONE OR MORE ASSIGNMENTS, WHICH INCLUDE INTERACTION WITH STUDENTS.

NOTE: THE LIST BELOW IS NOT A COMPREHENSIVE LIST AND ANY ASSIGNMENT OR PROJECT MUST BE APPROVED IN ADVANCE BY THE MENTOR TEACHER AND CAMPUS PRINCIPAL.

1. Assists the mentor teacher in developing and/or implementing lesson plans that fulfill the requirements in student learning styles.

2. Assists the mentor teacher to prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

3. Assists the mentor teach to present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.

4. Assists the mentor teacher to plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

5. Assists the mentor teacher to conduct the assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

6. Assists the mentor teacher with the use of technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

7. Assists the mentor teacher in helping students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

8. Be positive role model for students and support mission of North East Independent School District while following the Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

9. Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.

10. Assists the mentor teacher in managing student behavior in accordance with the NEISD Student Code of Conduct and Student/Parent Handbook.

11. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

12. Maintains a professional relationship with campus staff, students, parents, and community members.

13. Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

14. Maintains confidentiality of information.

15. Reports to campus on scheduled days and times that are agreed upon by principal, mentor, student, university and/or preparation program

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be currently enrolled in an educational program, which requires field experience in a classroom
• Alternative Certification Program candidates are allowed opportunities in critical need areas only
• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations as they occure
• Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills

North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.