Transcript Nipissing University Powerpoint Presentation Template

Practice Teaching and Beyond
Professional Conduct and
Deportment
First Impressions are Lasting Ones
Presented by Dr. Barbara Olmsted
Associate Dean, Schulich School of Education
Agenda
• Practicum Schedule
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Practicum Placement Information Released
Faculty Advisor Meetings
• WSIB/Digital Recording Form
• Professionalism
Practicum Schedule…
page 6
2015
•January: 19, 26 February: 2, 9, 23 March:
2, 9, 23, 30
5 Consecutive Days: April 23, 27, 28, 29,
30/2015
*Adjustments to these final dates will be
allowed for academic conflicts only.
When are placements released?
• Why didn’t I get a placement?
• Should I attend the Faculty Advisor
Meeting?
Faculty Advisor Meetings
January 12, 2015
WSIB/Digital Recording Form
Personal Safety in Practicum / Digital Professionalism:
Your signature at the bottom of this form indicates your
understanding and acceptance of the outlined
conditions.
Unauthorized Use of Digital Recordings
•Awareness of school’s computer policies and guidelines
for electronic communications
•Discretion in personal website content
•Be aware of social media and its possible implications
WSIB Insurance Program Form
•WSIB coverage while on practicum
•Contact the Practicum Office immediately with any
injury received on placement
Professionalism
What is it?
A level of excellence / competence that is
expected of a professional
What defines a True Teaching
Professional?
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Puts customer satisfaction first
Expert & specialized knowledge in teaching
Excellent practical/communication skills
High quality work is in evidence – doing more than is
expected
High standard of professional ethics – behaviour &
activities related to teaching your clients
Sharing knowledge and expertise
Praising your peers not yourself
Positive attitude even when times are tough
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Role of the Associate Teacher
 Teacher Candidates must contact their Associate
Teacher prior to their first day of practicum
 Initial contact should be by phone
 If Associate is busy – ask for a better time to reach
Associate
 Follow up with any messages left at the school
 Note: Many schools have online websites showing
their daily schedules
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
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Day of School
 Report to main office 30 minutes before school starts (start time
obtained from mentor)
 Introduce yourself to the office administration & state why you are
in the school
 Request the classroom location for your Associate Teacher
 Find your Associate Teacher and introduce yourself
Show your enthusiasm!
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
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Day of School cont’d..
 Review the Associate Teacher support package with your
Associate – which will include a Practicum Handbook
 Practicum Responsibilities: Page 7
 Expectations: Page 10
 Ask the Associate Teacher if there are any particular
activities she/he would like you to do
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
First Impressions Count
 Make an effort to get to know the names of the students by circulating
in the class during seat work, assisting students, talking with
students at the start/end of recess or out on the playground as you
are supervising
 Show your commitment to teaching by actively participating in the
classroom and school community
 Bring a lunch with you and have lunch in the staff room, mingle & talk
with other teachers
Nervousness is normal
Take time each day to make observation notes in your
Practicum
Binder (recess, lunch, prep period)
Stay after classes as long as your AT needs you
Minimum of 30 minutes after school is expected
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Punctuality
• Contact your school prior to going to find out when the school
day begins.
• TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE UPON ENTERING THE SCHOOL.
• Upon arrival, introduce yourself at the school office. Plan to
arrive at least 30 minutes before classes begin and to remain at
school at least 30 minutes after the formal end of the school day.
• On subsequent days, follow the lead of your Associate Teacher.
• Always be in the teaching area prior to the arrival of students
(e.g. after recess or lunch, or when periods are scheduled to
begin in high schools).
• Call the Associate Teacher, Faculty Advisor and the Practicum
Office if you are absent from your placement.
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Dress
• On your first day, dress in business attire.
• On subsequent days, dress appropriately for the
individual school environment.
• Exceptions in dress could include Phys. Ed., field
trips, the paint centre, etc.
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Language/Deportment
• Listen attentively and be respectful at all times when at your
host school.
• Strive to provide a positive model of oral and written language.
• Use gender inclusive language and avoid the use of slang.
• You are a visitor – do not be drawn into school conflicts.
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Staffroom Talk
• The staffroom is a public place.
• Do not be drawn into criticizing other teachers or the
administration.
• Frame discussions of student issues positively, with a focus on
improving your own teaching practice.
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Confidential Information
Confidential information is not to be shared beyond the
professional context.
This includes:
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your informal observations about students
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information from student records such as OSRs, IEPs, and
report cards
iii) information relating to home and family background
iv) information relating to medical conditions
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information shared informally by teachers
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Student Safety
• Refer any request to release a student from the classroom to
your associate teacher.
• You cannot legally assume the responsibilities of a certified
teacher:
– Yard duty alone
– Occasional teaching (supply)
– Teaching alone in your Associate’s classroom
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Beyond the First Week
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During your practicum, be prepared with your lesson plans. If
you know you will be absent, you must provide plans to your
associate.
If you are scheduled to teach a lesson, it is your professional
responsibility to be prepared to do so.
Absenteeism during practicum could result in assignment of
additional teaching time.
Avoid scheduling appointments during your practice teaching
blocks.
Professional behaviour at all times during practicum.
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Professional Problems
If you encounter serious personal or professional
problems with which you feel you cannot cope, please
feel free to contact:
Faculty Advisor
Practicum Officer
[email protected] (519) 752-1524 x7502
Additional Information
For additional information, please see:
• Nipissing University’s Practicum Handbook 2014-15
http://www.nipissingu.ca/departments/brantford/practicum/Pages/Teacher-CandidateHandbook.aspx
• The “Foundations of Professional Practice” (Ontario
College of Teachers)
http://www.oct.ca/publications/PDF/memos/0508_2005_e.pdf
Keys to Success
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Be respectful to students, staff, admin, parents
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Don’t forget to smile
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Be enthusiastic, energetic & willing
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Be punctual
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Dress professionally
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Learn student names
Questions?
Social Media
• Facebook: Be aware of your presence on it both as a
student/teacher; reconsider pictures and message boards from
an admin/parent perspective. Do not respond to invitations
from your students.
• Limit student internet contact to board/school approved uses.
• Do not post pictures of your students on Facebook
Ontario College of Teachers : Professional Advisory – Use of
Electronic Communication and Social Media
http://www.oct.ca/resources/advisories/use-of-electronic-communicationand-social-media
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government
Social Media
Presented by the
Brantford Police Services
SOURCE: 2007 Ontario Government