Student Teaching

At Campbellsville University, student teaching is a cornerstone of our teacher preparation programs, providing you with hands-on experience in real classroom settings. As you work alongside experienced educators, you’ll apply the knowledge and skills you’ve gained in the classroom, gaining invaluable insight into the dynamics of teaching and learning. Our student teaching program is designed to foster your growth as a confident, competent educator, equipping you to make a positive impact in the lives of students. With personalized support from faculty and school partners, you’ll be ready to step into your classroom as a skilled, compassionate teacher.

 

Education Student

“What makes CU unique is that the class sizes are small enough so that each student is not a number, but rather they are a person. All professors know each student by name. I love when I see my professors outside the classroom, and they either wave at me or we stop and chat. What a ‘feel good’ moment both of those interactions are. I feel like all my professors in their teacher role feel it is their mission to serve their students. They make it clear to my peers and me that if we ever need anything outside the classroom to never hesitate to reach out."

Mary Wilkerson, Elementary Education (Major) & Educational Ministries (Minor)   

 

Instructions for Submitting Student Teaching Forms

Please use the rubrics/forms provided to you by the School of Education or print copies from this web page to use when conducting observations of student teachers and to provide specific feedback on standards and indicators.

Complete the forms and conduct a post-conference with the student teacher to discuss strengths and areas for growth.

All parties in the post-conference will sign the documents where indicated.

Make a copy for the student teacher and retain the originals to submit to the university supervisor at the last committee conference, finalizing the placement.

The student teacher will then scan copies into electronic form and use them as needed in their e-portfolios. E-portfolios will be continuously available to the cooperating teacher, university supervisor, and student teacher coordinator within the first two weeks of the first placement.