ECS 460 - Student Teaching in Early Childhood Special Education B-5

Student teachers participate in a variety of supervised experiences in early education special education settings to enable them to synthesize educational theory and academic knowledge in work with children ages B-5. Following a program’s schedule and working with program teachers, children, and other program personnel, student teachers will develop proficiency with a full teaching load including all of the non-teaching duties. Students will develop a portfolio that synthesizes their learning and demonstrates their ability to meet NAEYC professional standards together with Maine Teaching Standards. Students attend a weekly seminar. The course is repeatable once for credit. Course Typically Offered: Every year.

Prerequisite(s): A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher; Candidacy; completion of all professional courses with a B- or higher with one exemption (not including practica), or permission from the instructor.

Credits: 7.5