WSU Tri-Cities prepares teacher-candidates for work in public or private settings. Integral to this preparation is hands-on learning experiences through our field-study aligned to both traditional and alternative routes to certification.
Field Experiences
College of Education
Notice
Fall 2020 Semester COVID19 Accommodations
The information provided on this web page is intended to help our students, master teachers, and field supervisors in the normal teacher certification process. Because COVID19 Safety protocols impact both the work-place and WSU Tri-Cities campus, processes, deadlines, and requirements may change. To assist, updates are provided on the Blackboard® site for TCH_LRN 415. You can also contact:
Alternate Route Program Students
Lindsay Lightner (llightner@wsu.edu)
ACADEMIC COORDINATOR
WSU – TRI-CITIES
509-372-7366
MIT/Traditional Program Students
Dr. Maria Moscatelli (mmoscatelli@wsu.edu)
Clinical Assistant Professor
WSU – TRI-CITIES
Tri-Cities Specific Information
General Information and Resources
- Brochure
Placement Request Forms
When you complete the following forms, you will need to include a current resume and biographical page.
End-of-Semester Documentation
All forms are required for completion of all field experience.
- Checklists/Cover Sheet
- Log Sheet
- Context for Learning
- Exit Survey (will be sent to you via WSU email from Pullman)
- Activities, Experiences, Discussion Log
- University Field Supervisor Observation form (2 observations per experience)
- Example T-Chart
- Example Weekly Worksheet
- Mentor Teacher Observation form (2 observations per experience)
- Example T-chart
- Example Weekly Worksheet
- Diversity Documentation Form
- Final Evaluation
Advanced Practicum (MIT 571 or TCHLRN 490) ONLY
- PDEFE Mid-term and Final
PDEFE Formative Tool
For advanced practicum and student teachers.
- PDEFE Formative Tool
Clearances
Pre-residency Clearance
Finger print Clearance
Liability Insurance
Petition to Student Teach
Due August 2nd or January 2nd. If unsuccessful at passing the WEST-E you must petition to Student Teach by the same deadline.
General Information
- Brochure (Being revised due to COVID19 protocols) COMING SOON!
Required Forms
All forms requiring mentor teacher signature. All due by the Tuesday in finals week.
Early Field Experiences (TCHLRN 402, 401, 405, 590, SPED 490)
Advanced Pracitcum (MIT 571 or TCHLRN 490)
Alternate Route
Test links for alternative route
Student Teaching
Required paperwork for teacher-candidate signatures.
- Packet
Formative Observation Tools
These observation tools are optional. They are formatted to be completed on the computer with field entry. You may use your own version as long as the student-candidate receives feedback both verbally and in writing. Please note that mid-term and final paperwork must be completed on the PDEFE worksheet.
New Hire and Human Resources/Payroll Information
Brochures
- Brochure
Required Forms
All forms requiring field supervisor signature. All due by the Tuesday in finals week.
Early Field Experiences (TCHLRN 402, 401, 405, 590, SPED 490)
- Observation form (2 required for each field experience)
- Activities, Experience, and Discussion Log
- Final Evaluation Form
Advanced Practicum (MIT 571 or TCHLRN 490)
- 12-hour observation/conference form
- Activities, Experiences, and Discussion Log
- PDEFE
Handbook
- Student Teaching Handbook and Resource Guide
- Field Supervisor Handbook
Midterm Checks
Submit the following to Dr. Moscatelli (mmoscatelli@wsu.edu). Due no later than March 15th or October 15th.
Student Teaching
- PDEFE (Supervisor, Mentor, Teacher-Candidate signatures required)
Advanced Practicum (MIT571 and TCH_LRN490)
All other practicum (not student teaching)
Formative Observation Tools
These observation tools are used for formative feedback. These forms are designed to be completed on a computer with fields to make formatting consistent.