Field Experience Portfolio

Field Experience #3 (INTERVIEW)

Review the school/systems new teacher induction program. Interview a member of the human resources department as to how the overall induction program is implemented in the system and the means to measuring overall effectiveness. Conduct a second interview of a designated mentor to a new teacher to determine if the induction plan increases instructional capacity, improves ones ability to teach, allows for work in a collaborative and productive manner with other teachers, how the plan assures new teachers are familiar with the states curriculum standards, the systems curriculum and instructional program, the instructional supervision program, and general school operating procedures. (GELS 5, 6)

Documentation required:

1.A 1-page written summary of your evaluation of the school/systems induction plan highlighting how it compares and/or contrasts with the states requirements.

2.A 1-page written summary of the interview with the designated mentor.

3.A 1-page written summary of the interview with the human resources personnel.

4.Recommendations as to how the school or system may improve upon the induction plan.

5.A copy of the induction plan

7.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #5 (INTERVIEW)

Discuss with your mentor and/or building administrator the procedures for the acquisition and distribution of human and monetary resources supporting school improvement and academic achievement. Focus upon the effectiveness of such resources in supporting faculty and staff.

(GELS 6, 7, 9)

Documentation required:

1.A 2-page written summary of the interview as to how the processes/procedures address the distribution of instructional materials and supplies consistent with school improvement and academic achievement goals as reflected in the instructional budget.

3.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #6 (INTERVIEW)

Interview the director of technology to determine how the schools technology is kept current, meets the learning needs of students, supports teachers and administrators with technological resources in the delivery of instructional strategies, and aids in the management of school operations. Select a diverse group of teachers to discuss how they effectively use technology for instructional purposes. Discuss with your mentor or building administrator how technology assists them in managing and/or improving school operations. (GELS 4, 6, 7, 9)

Documentation required:

1.A 2-page written summary of the interview with the director of technology.

2.2-page summary of the discussions with the teachers and mentor/administrator.

3.Commendations and/or recommendations pertaining to the use of technology as well as a rationale for each.

5.Learning reflection

Field Experience #7 (OBSERVATION)

Exam Roberts Rules of Order as well as the policies and procedures governing how school board meetings are conducted. Attend two regular school board meetings and one work session (if available). NOTE: Virtual meetings are sufficient if protocols are in place to avoid face-to-face sessions. (GELS 8, 9, 10)

Documentation required:

1.A 2-page written summary of the meetings outlining methods used to conduct each session, interactions among participants, and an assessment of the compliance to the respective rules of order and procedures. Include your perception as to the productivity of the BOE meetings.

2.Copies of all meeting agendas.

3.Evidence of your attendance.

4.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #10 (INTERVIEW)

Interview a representative of the personnel/human resources department and a building administrator regarding the process used to assess the system/school personnel needs. Determine how FTE projections, community growth patterns, state allotments, local tax funds, etc., impact upon staffing. Identify the formula and/or plan used at the system and school levels used to determine reduction, addition, or placement of staff. (GELS 8, 9, 10)

Documentation required:

1.A 2-3 page summary of the interview with personnel staff and a building administrator.

2.A one-page summary of the formula and/or plan to address personnel needs.

3.Your written recommendations based upon the interviews and plan.

5.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #11 (PARTICIPATION)

Participate in the preparation of the schools master schedule. Determine how data from FTE projections, CPI reports, allotment sheets, etc., are utilized in creating the master schedule. Identify the various methods employed in the preparation of the master schedule, i.e., software, faculty projections, etc. Ascertain how student needs in curriculum, instruction, and assessment are incorporated into creating the schedule and support high expectations for student achievement. (GELS 3, 4, 5, 7, 9)

Documentation required:

1.A 2-page summary describing your role or responsibilities in the development of the master schedule.

2.A copy of the master schedule.

3.Artifacts representing methods employed in preparation to complete a schedule.

4.Recommendations and rationale for creating a master schedule.

5.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #16 (PARTICIPATION)

As assigned by your principal and/or mentor, serve in a leadership capacity for a total of ten full days (i.e., 6 hrs./day) within the school year. Days assigned should include scheduled pre- and postplanning. (GELS 2, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10)

Documentation required:

1.A log of your leadership responsibilities.

2.Evidence to support your role as a leader.

3.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #18 (OBSERVATION)

Observe an administrator at the elementary, middle, and high school level as well as the central office. These observations should be conducted in a school or systems other than your own. Candidates should consider locations with differing economic and racial populations as well as a diversity of individuals serving as the administrator. (GELS 1, 2, 3, 5, 9)

Documentation required:

1.A log of each administrators activities observed.

3.Learning reflection.

Field Experience #19 (INTERVIEW)

Interview the chief financial officer of the system or other school/system administrator knowledgeable of the instructional budget. Assess how the instructional budget is devised to support school improvement plans. Examine the avenues of input into the budget by all stakeholders both at the system and school level. Propose how the budget could be revised to better support teaching and learning. (GELS 1, 4, 5, 8, 9)

Documentation required:

1.A 2-3 page written summary of how the instructional budget is aligned to school improvement plans.

2.Interview questions guiding the discussion.

3.Identify strengths and weaknesses of the budget process with supporting rationale.

4.Recommendations for improvement to the budget process

6.Learning reflection.

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