Clinical Teacher Progression
Clinical Teacher Progression
A 15-week Clinical Teacher Progression outlines the gradual increase in responsibilities and competencies of a student teacher in a classroom setting. The progression typically moves from observation to co-teaching, independent instruction, and finally, full classroom management. Advancement into a teaching role will be based on the Clinical Teacher’s performance and to the recommendation of Cooperating Teacher. Below is a general framework:
Weeks 1-3: Orientation & Observation
- Observe the mentor teacher and students
- Learn classroom routines, procedures, and school policies
- Assist with small-group activities and one-on-one instruction
- Co-teach or lead small portions of lessons (e.g., warm-ups, read-aloud)
- Begin developing relationships with students
- Reflect on observations and discuss with the mentor teacher
- Start weekly Reflection Summary Journal (Due Every Sunday@ 11:59 pm
- Start Weekly Communication Log (Due every Sunday 11:59 pm)
- Start Weekly Attendance Log (Due every Sunday 11:59 pm)
Weeks 4-6: Assisted Teaching & Small Group Instruction
- Co-teach lessons with mentor support
- Plan and implement small-group instruction
- Begin managing transitions and behavioral expectations
- Take responsibility for one subject or class period
- Receive and apply feedback on lesson delivery and classroom management
- Observation Of Student Teacher is Due
Weeks 7-9: Increasing Independence
- Take on more responsibility in lesson planning and instruction
- Manage full-class instruction for multiple subjects or class periods
- Develop assessments and analyze student data
- Lead parent/guardian communication with mentor supervision
- Begin refining classroom management techniques
- Continue receiving and reflecting on mentor feedback
- Observation Of Student Teacher is Due
Weeks 10-12: Lead Teaching & Full-Class Responsibility
- Take full responsibility for the classroom (full days)
- Plan and execute multiple lessons per day across subjects
- Implement differentiated instruction based on student needs
- Manage classroom independently with limited mentor intervention
- Reflect and refine teaching strategies through self-evaluation
- Observation Of Student Teacher is Due
Weeks 13-15: Independent Teaching & Transitioning Out
- Assume full teaching responsibility with minimal mentor assistance
- Prepare final assessments and student progress evaluations
- Work on professional development goals and job applications
- Begin gradual transition back to mentor teacher
- Reflect on growth, strengths, and areas for improvement
- Submit final teaching portfolio or evaluation (if required)
- Observation Of Student Teacher is Due
This structure ensures a smooth transition from learning to leading while allowing for continuous mentor feedback and growth. Would you like adjustments based on a specific program or grade level?
Observations Due Dates
1st Observation: Weeks 4–5
2nd Observation: Weeks 6–7
3rd Observation: Weeks 8–10
4th Observation: Weeks 11–13
Performance Requirement: Students must achieve a Proficient score in each standard within each domain.
Performance Requirement: Students must achieve a Proficient score in each standard within each domain.
