Education Administration
Fieldwork Handbook
INITIAL LICENSE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction ...1
People to Know ... 1
Mission Statement ... 2
Course of Study – Master’s Degree... 3
Course of Study – Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study ... 3
II. Fieldwork Requirements ... 4 A. PrePracticum ... 4 B. Practicum... 4 Standards for Practicum Placement ... 4 Practicum Intent Form ... 5 Description ... 7 Suggested Activities for Practicum Students ... 8 Professional Standards and Performance Assessment... 9 Supervising Practitioner Responsibilities ... 11 College Supervisor Responsibilities ... 11 Practicum Student Responsibilities ... 12 Written Work ... 12 Portfolio Requirements ... 12 Grading Criteria ... 12 Preservice Performance Assessment System ... 13 III. Forms ... 14 Supervising Practitioner Letter... 14 Midterm Evaluation Form... 15 Practicum Intervention Warning ... 17 Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA)... 18 Things to Remember – Practicum Report/PPA ... 23 Practicum Report (Page 1 of the PPA) ... 24 Time Record and Activity Report ... 25 Evaluation of College Supervisor... 26 Evaluation of Education Administration Preparation Program ... 27 Student Evaluation of the Education Administration Practicum ... 29 Thank You List: Supervising Persons ... 31
I. INTRODUCTION
The practicum is one of the most important experiences for students preparing to become administrators. This handbook is intended to provide much of the information needed to insure that the experience is mutually beneficial for the prepracticum and practicum student, the supervising practitioner, the cooperating school, and Springfield College. Section I of the booklet includes the introduction, “people to know”, the mission and course of study. Section II highlights general fieldwork requirements and describes expectations and requirements of the student teacher, the supervising practitioner and the college supervisor. The College is deeply grateful for the generous support and cooperation continually given by local school personnel. We will make every effort to continue and enhance these positive relationships by responding to suggestions and requests. Section III includes samples of all the forms used by the student, supervising practitioner, and college supervisors. PEOPLE TO KNOW Susan McCarthyMiller, Ed. D. Director of Master’s Program in Administration Springfield College Locklin Hall, 305C Phone: 4137483656 email: Susan_McCarthy[email protected] Robert Barkman, Ed. D. Chair, Education Department Springfield College Locklin Hall, 308 Phone: 4137483734 email: [email protected] Linda DavisDelano, Ph. D. Director, Educator Preparation & Licensure Springfield College Administration Building, Room 209 Phone: 4137483146 email: [email protected]EDUCATION DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The Springfield College Education Department is committed to preparing effective teachers for the 21 st century who will demonstrate critical thinking skills, knowledge of curriculum and reflective teaching practices. Our graduates will be prepared to create dynamic learning environments in which teaching and assessment meet the needs of all students. The department strives to strengthen partnerships with the community and foster teaching that empowers students, promotes equity, celebrates diversity and demonstrates a commitment to the Humanics philosophy. EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT Mindful of the importance of exceptional school leaders, the Education Administration Program of Springfield College is committed to the preparation of effective, enthusiastic, and well prepared education administrators who will demonstrate a commitment to students and teachers and to the creation of responsive schools. The program highlights state standards, pertinent curricular issues, school law, and the attainment of heroic leadership skills for the 21 st century, as well as a commitment to the Humanics philosophy of Springfield College. The Springfield College Education Administration Licensure Program was developed for individuals who already hold a Massachusetts teaching license and would like to enter the field of Administration. This sitebased Master’s Degree or Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (C.A.G.S.) program has been designed to accommodate teachers whose busy schedules make it difficult for them to continue their studies at the graduate level in a traditional degree program while meeting their professional teaching responsibilities. All courses in this program meet the requirements for Master’s and advanced degrees at Springfield College and the Massachusetts Department of Education. Licensure is available for either Principal/Assistant Principal or Supervisor/Director, or both.
M.Ed. in EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION COURSE OF STUDY College Requirements: RSCH 610: Foundations & Methods of Research 3 s.h. EDUC 626: Education Research Project 2 s.h. Program Requirements: EDUC 607: Philosophical Foundations of Education 3 s.h. EDUC 619: Contemporary Issues in Education 3 s.h. EDUC 621: School Law 3 s.h. EDUC 647: Legal Issues in Special Education 3 s.h. EDUC 670: Group Process in Education 3 s.h. EDUC 675: Culturally Responsive Curriculum Design & 3 s.h. Implementation for Secondary Education OR EDUC 676: Culturally Responsive Curriculum Design & Implementation for ECED/ELEM Education EDUC 690: Role of the Principal/Assistant Principal 3 s.h. OR EDUC 691: Role of the Supervisor/Director EDUC 694: Principles of Supervision 3 s.h. EDUC 665: Administration PracticumPrincipal/Assistant Principal 6 s.h. OR EDUC 672: Administration PracticumSupervisor/Director Total = 35 Credits This program leads to an initial license in the following areas: Assistant Principal/Principal (PreK6, 58, 912) Supervisor/Director (All levels) CERTIFICATE OF ADVANCED GRADUATE STUDY (C.A.G.S.) – COURSE OF STUDY This program is designed for those who already hold a master’s degree and teaching license. Students pursuing the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (C.A.G.S.) with anticipated licensure in Educational Administration must complete the courses listed above (or the equivalent). After a thorough transcript review, the student and advisor will determine an appropriate course of study. Six credits may be transferred into Springfield College from other graduate work, but no course may be used to satisfy more than one degree. A minimum of 32 s.h. of credit are required to earn the C.A.G.S. degree.
II. FIELDWORK REQUIREMENTS
A. PREPRACTICUM Description and Requirements: The prepracticum is defined as an early fieldbased experience in a variety of educational settings, integrated into courses or seminars that address the Professional Standards for Administrators. These experiences may occur simultaneously with the practicum. The prepracticum in the Education Administration Program is imbedded in the coursework and focuses on assignments dealing with administrators and visitations to a variety of schools and educational venues to assess effective leadership qualities. Students are frequently assigned “Shadowing” experiences where they will follow a principal or supervisor for a short period of time in order to assess administrative performance. B. PRACTICUM STANDARDS FOR PRACTICUM PLACEMENT Students presently enrolled in the Master’s Degree or C.A.G.S. Program in administration will be eligible for practicum student status once the standards below have been met. 1. Completion of one year of course work in the program 2. Continuance of a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average for all courses taken 3. Scores of 70 or higher on the Communication and Literacy Skills Tests of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) 4. Demonstration of the personal characteristics needed to become an educator. (e.g. responsibility, dependability, perseverance, professionalism, and commitment to the field of education) 5. Recommendation for practicum placement by the appropriate department Once these standards have been met the student must fill out a Practicum Intent Form. A copy follows on the next page. The practicum setting is decided upon by the student, college, and cooperating system and all rules of the receiving school must be followed. See the Educator Preparation Handbook for more information on practicum policies and procedures.Educator Preparation & Licensure Office Education Administration Graduate Practicum Form 1. TYPE ALL ENTRIES. Be sure to complete both pages of the forms. 2. Get approval from the Education Administration Program Director. 3. Return approved application to the Office of Educator Preparation & Licensure (Room 209 in the Administration Building, 7483155). Name SS# DOB Permanent Address: Street
City State Zip Phone#
Home Phone Other Phone Email
Major Education License you are seeking LEVEL Assistant Principal/Principal PK6, 58, 912 Supervisor/Director All Practicum Site Semester Practicum Dates School Level School Address
City State Phone#
School System Name of Supervising Practitioner Position/Role Total Number of years your supervising practitioner has been employed in this administrative position (can combine years in similar positions in other school systems, if applicable) Supervising practitioner’s license number Field of Licensure Comments
Standards for Practicum Placement – Education Administration Students enrolled in the Master’s Degree or C.A.G. S. Program in administration will be eligible for practicum placement once the standards below have been met. 1. Completion of Springfield College Registration form. 2. Completion of one year of course work in the program. 3. Continuance of a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average for all courses taken. 4. Passing scores on the Communication & Literacy Skills Tests of the MTEL. 5. Demonstration of the personal characteristics needed to become an educator. (e.g. responsibility, dependability, perseverance, professionalism, and commitment to the field of education). 6. Recommendation for practicum placement by the Education Department. Further documentation needed in the Educator Preparation Office: 1. Evidence of three full years of employment in a schoolbased or other educational setting. Massachusetts teaching license # 2. Copy of MTEL scores to Educator Preparation Office with this application
MTEL Scores: Reading Writing
Application approval:
DESCRIPTION Each student must successfully complete EDUC 665: Administration PracticumPrincipal/ Assistant Principal or EDUC 672: Administration PracticumSupervisor/Director. A practicum is a field based experience in the role and at the level of license sought and supervised jointly by the provider of an educator preparation program (college supervisor) and a supervising practitioner. Candidates are required to complete 300 clock hours in the field for licensure as a Principal/Assistant Principal or Supervisor/Director. The practicum is generally regarded as one of the most important experiences included in any administration preparation program. Although other requirements for licensure may vary from state to state, some form of supervised practicum is required by all. The main purpose of this supervised clinical experience is to provide as realistic a situation as possible for students and to make application of the theory and skills acquired during the earlier part of their program. A second purpose is to provide a practical means of assessment of the students’ ability to demonstrate minimum standards in the field of administration. Standards felt to be essential to the effective principal and director have been identified, and the student is required to demonstrate mastery of each prior to any endorsement for licensure. The students in the practicum experience will have the opportunity to work with administrators in the field. They will not only observe, but will also be involved in work with the community, curricular issues, including adaptation and choice of instructional materials; life skills curriculum needs; teaching methods; evaluation; and school mission and goals During the practicum experience, students will be required to: 1. complete a portfolio reflecting the specific duties of the practicum experience, including, a) preparation of budget b) interviewing staff c) scheduling d) evaluation e) assisting in closing or opening the school year f) updating school records g) planning and implementing staff development 2. keep a log of the 300 required hours and the specific duties and their relationship to the standards In an effort to assure the student of a successful and gratifying experience, it is necessary for the supervising practitioner, the student, and the college supervisor to work closely together throughout the assignment. The following information included provides background regarding our procedures and policies. Other information will be shared through conferences and meetings.
SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES FOR PRACTICUM STUDENTS The following activities and events present potentially valuable experiences for the intern. The mentor, intern and university supervisor should select those which fit into the intern’s schedule and provide needed growth experiences. Some activities and events are more applicable to elementary, middle or high schools. 1. Preparing the budget 2. Administering the testing program 3. Staffing (screening, interviewing, selecting, placing, placing on probation, dismissing, nonrenewing) 4. Scheduling, planning the school calendar 5. Planning the inservice program 6. Selecting textbooks 7. Preparing, evaluating, updating the plan of the school improvement plan 8. Evaluating personnel, professional and classified 9. Placing and grouping students 10. Organizing or reorganizing the parents’ group, volunteers, etc. 11. Updating faculty and student handbooks 12. Updating student and other school records 13. Planning and conducting staff development activities 14. Testing, enrolling, and placing students in preschool classes 15. Planning for summer school – remedial, gifted 16. Scheduling maintenance and cleaning 17. Maintaining financial records and reports – audits 18. Planning and conducting awards and recognition programs for students, personnel, parents, etc. 19. Planning and participating in graduation activities 20. Making committee assignments and arranging for representation of school on division committees 21. Assigning coaches and sponsors 22. Selecting gradelevel and departmental chairpersons
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR ADMINISTRATORS AND PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT Students will do a practicum in the role and at the grade level for which they are seeking licensure. They will be judged on the basis of demonstrated ability to perform in the area of the specific license they are seeking. All evidence will be kept in an evidence binder and cited in the Preservice Performance Assessment for Administrators form. (a) Leadership 1. Articulates the purposes of education and the place of public schools in the United States of America 2. Articulates vision and mission. 3. Reviews, evaluates, and revises instructional programs on the basis of sound information and relevant data. 4. Knows and encourages appropriate uses of instructional technologies. 5. Promotes activities that honor academic excellence. 6. Involves staff in preparing and implementing professional development plans that are related to improved student learning. 7. Helps staff align their curriculum with the state’s curriculum frameworks. 8. Understands principles of mentoring and provides new teachers with mentors. 9. Encourages experimentation and rigorous evaluation of new pedagogical approaches. 10. Plans effectively for the implementation of policy decisions, taking into account unanticipated consequences and costs. Assessment: Members of the Education Department will supervise students in the program in administration. There will be frequent visits that will include pre and post conferences with the administrative aspirants, as well as the supervisor and supervising practitioner. Students will complete a portfolio and journal that will reflect the completion of the state department standards and knowledge of Leadership. (b) Administration 1. Has effective oral and written communication skills. 2. Uses effective methods of personnel selection, supervision, and evaluation. 3. Practices relevant fiscal management policies and procedures. 4. Uses technology appropriately for his or her professional position. 5. Acts with integrity, fairness, and professionalism. 6. Understands plant facilities and equipment management. Assessment: Students in the program in administration will be supervised by members of the Education Department. There will be frequent visits that will include pre and post conferences with the administrative aspirants, as well as the supervisor and supervising practitioner. Students will complete a portfolio and journal that will reflect the completion of the state department standards and knowledge of Administration. (c) Equity
1. Assures presence and quality of educational programs that address the needs, interest, and abilities of all students. 2. Provides programs or activities that help all students acquire a positive civic identity and see themselves as integral members of our civic communities. 3. Fosters understanding that effort is a key factor in achievement. 4. Helps all students see themselves as a unique individuals responsible for their own actions. 5. Assures high academic expectations for all students. 6. Holds teachers, students, and self to high standards of performance and behavior. Assessment: Students in the program in administration will be supervised by members of the Education Department. There will be frequent visits that will include pre and post conferences with the administrative aspirants, as well as the supervisor and supervising practitioner. Students will complete a portfolio and journal that will reflect the completion of the state department standards and knowledge of Equity. (d) Community Relationships 1. Involves families and other community members in developing the vision, goals, improvement plans and programs for the school/district. 2. Promotes partnership among staff, families, the business community, and other community resources to enhance instruction. Assessment: Students in the program in administration will be supervised by members of the Education Department. There will be frequent visits that will include pre and post conferences with the administrative aspirants, as well as the supervisor and supervising practitioner. Students will complete a portfolio and journal that will reflect the completion of the state department standards and knowledge of Community Relationships. (e) Professional Responsibilities 1. Meets his or her legal and moral responsibilities. 2. Maintains interest in current developments in the professional discipline. 3. Knows educational principles and research that promote sound practices. 4. Studies educational research of relevance to professional responsibilities. 5. Is familiar with the range of instructional programs and policies that can promote academic learning for all students. 6. Is familiar with the range of students support services. 7. Is familiar with the range of professional training programs and providers for prospective teachers. 8. Knows multiple strategies to assess students performance. 9. Understands approaches to organizational change, schoolbased management, and school restructuring. 10. Understands federal, state, and municipal laws and regulations affecting schools, staff and students, including laws on disability, civil rights, and responsibilities issues of liabilities, and requirements of due process. 11. Demonstrates understanding of current issues in American education.
Assessment: Members of the Education Department will supervise students in the program in administration. There will be frequent visits that will include pre and postconferences with the administrative aspirants, as well as the supervisor and supervising practitioner. Students will complete a portfolio and journal that will reflect the completion of the state department standards and knowledge of Professional Responsibilities. SUPERVISING PRACTITIONER RESPONSIBILITIES The supervising practitioner must hold or be specifically exempt from holding an appropriate license/certificate. In order to waive this requirement, a Supervising Practitioner Waiver Form must be completed and the waiver must be approved by the Educator Preparation Council and the Director of Educator Preparation & Licensure. Waivers are kept in student files. The supervising practitioner is expected to work closely with the student in achieving mastery of the Professional Standards and communicate with the college supervisor to assess progress or opportunities for improvement. The supervising practitioner will be asked to complete a midterm evaluation and review all of the evidence listed by the student on the final Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA), checking the student’s evidence binder for supporting documents and collaborating with the college supervisor to verify, add and/or subtract evidence from the PPA. See the “Springfield College Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA) System” for more information. COLLEGE SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITES The college supervisor must visit the student a minimum of three times and work with the student and supervising practitioner to assess the progress of the student and make recommendations for areas of improvement. Unlike standard observation and evaluation of a student teacher, the assessment of an administrative aspirant requires attention to the behavior and performance of the student in administrative situations and the student’s ability to achieve mastery of the Professional Standards. For example, a student might be observed in the following ways: 1) Student is assigned as “principal for the day” because of administrative absence. The college supervisor observes the interactions with teachers, students, parents, and staff evaluates the student’s performance. 2) Student facilitates faculty meeting and prepares appropriate activities. The college supervisor attends the meeting and evaluates the student’s performance. 3) Student organizes and runs a disciplinary meeting with parents, student, teachers, and other appropriate personnel. The college supervisor attends the meeting and evaluates the student’s performance. 4) Student obtains permission from teacher to undertake a performance evaluation, completes a pre and postobservation conference with the teacher, observes class, and writes final report. The program supervisor attends any of the conferences and evaluates the student’s performance.
Although these are just some of the many examples, see the “Suggested Activities for Seminar Experiences” list for further ideas and ways in which an administration student might be supervised. Because of the unique nature of the each administration practicum, it is essential that the supervisors have previous experience in the specific role and level that the candidate is seeking licensure. Among other things, this enables the supervisor to familiarize the candidate with the school culture. The college supervisor will be asked to complete a midterm evaluation and final Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA) based on the Professional Standards for Administrators, checking the student’s evidence binder for supporting documents and consulting with the supervising practitioner to verify, add and/or subtract evidence from the PPA. Work with the supervising practitioner to fill in a rating, write comments for each standard and complete the “Summary Comments.” See the “Springfield College Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA) System” for more information. PRACTICUM STUDENT RESPONSIBILITES Practicum students are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible and professional manner, realizing that they represent themselves, the college, the school, and the entire profession. They are expected to adhere to rules and regulations of the school and to arrange for a conference if problems arise. Most important, students are expected to maintain confidentiality, as administrative aspirants are exposed to extremely personal material concerning students, parents, teachers, and the community at large. Their interactions with the police and other law officials should be carried out with professionalism and discretion. Written Work and Portfolio Requirements: During the practicum experience of 300 hours, students are required to keep a detailed journal in which hours and corresponding state standards are recorded. They will also keep an evidence binder and build a comprehensive portfolio which may include their administrative work in the following: Newsletters, Memos Letters of congratulations, reprimand, etc. Parent communications Selfassessment Proposals for school projects Teacher evaluations Publications Grading Criteria: The program supervisor/supervising practitioner will grade students based on: Three formal evaluations Written midterm evaluation and final Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA), based on the professional standards Administration portfolio Practicum journal
What follows is the suggested Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA) System.
Springfield College Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA) System
1. Student Administrator puts all documents in an evidence binder. Lists appropriate documents in the evidence column of the Preservice Performance Assessment. All documents must be cited as specifically as possible (e.g., newsletter, meeting notes, teacher evaluations).
2. Student Administrator submits electronic copy of the draft Preservice Performance Assessment (PPA), with the evidence column filled in, to the College Supervisor at the midterm and provides a paper copy to the Supervising Practitioner. 3. College Supervisor, Supervising Practitioner, Student Administrator use the draft PPA to independently fill out the Springfield College Midterm Evaluation Form. 4. A 3way midterm meeting is held to review student administrator progress. If satisfactory progress is not being made a Springfield College Intervention Warning form is to be completed. 5. Student Administrator submits an electronic copy of the final draft of the Preservice
Performance Assessment (PPA), with the evidence column filled in, to the College Supervisor and Supervising Practitioner 35 days prior to the final 3way final evaluation meeting. 6. Both supervisors review PPA and verify evidence. They can check the student’s evidence binder for supporting documents. The supervisors then work together to assign ratings, write comments for each standard and the “Summary Comments” (p.6 of PPA). This is often done via email. Once both supervisors agree on all ratings and comments they meet with the Student Counselor for the final 3way conference and then sign off on all pages of the PPA. Note: Samples of all of the documents referenced above can be found in this handbook.
III. FORMS
SUPERVISING PRACTITIONER LETTER Dear Supervising Practitioner: Thank you for assuming responsibility for one of our practicum students this term. We hope that this assignment will be mutually beneficial. Our practicum students are expected to be sensitive to the school, to you, the faculty and to the school program. We are proud of the preparation and have urged them to become as involved as possible in all aspects of administration at their site. I anticipate seeing each student four times during the course of the practicum, (including the introduction and goals meeting). A followup conference with you and the student will be held after each visit. I encourage you to request additional conferences if you feel the need to do so, or to notify me at school or home, should the need arise. Again, thank you for taking the time to mentor one of our students in the field of administration. It is important work for the future of education. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact me at 7483656. Sincerely yours, Susan McCarthyMiller, Ed.D. Director, Ed. Admin. Master’s Program Springfield CollegeSPRINGFIELD COLLEGE
MIDTERM EVALUATION FOR ADMINISTRATION PRACTICUM
Student's Name School Grade Level Date
This evaluation form is to be completed independently at the middle of the practicum by the student, college supervisor and supervising practitioner. The student’s draft PPA should be used to fill out this form. The results of these evaluations should be discussed in a threeway meeting at the midterm. ... STANDARD A: LEADERSHIP Strengths (Evidence is clear) Areas in need of improvement (Lack of evidence)
Overall Rating of this Standard: _____________ 1 = Does not meet Standard 2 = Meets standard 3 = Exceeds Standard
STANDARD B: ADMINISTRATION
Strengths (Evidence is clear)
Areas in need of improvement (Lack of evidence)
Springfield College Midterm Evaluation Form Page 2 Student:______________________________________________________________ Date:_________/_________/ _________ STANDARD C: EQUITY Strengths (Evidence is clear) Areas in need of improvement (Lack of evidence) Overall Rating of this Standard: _____________ 1 = Does not meet Standard 2 = Meets Standard 3 = Exceeds Standard STANDARD D: COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS Strengths (Evidence is clear) Areas in need of improvement (Lack of evidence) Overall Rating of this Standard: _____________ 1 = Does not meet Standard 2 = Meets Standard 3 = Exceeds Standard STANDARD E: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Strengths (Evidence is clear) Areas in need of improvement (Lack of evidence) Overall Rating of this Standard: _____________ 1 = Does not meet Standard 2 = Meets Standard 3 = Exceeds Standard Recommended Midterm Grade : ___________ Signature of Individual Completing Form:_________________________________ Date:___________
Springfield College
Educator Preparation & Licensure Office Practicum/Practicum Equivalent Intervention Warning You are currently not making satisfactory progress in meeting your practicum requirements and standards. Students who fail to meet practicum requirements are at risk of failing and will not be recommended for licensure. Date Student Program/Grade Level Supervising Practitioner College Supervisor School City/State Area Needing Improvement (cite specific standards) Steps to be taken to make satisfactory progress College Supervisor Signature Date Supervising Practitioner Signature Date Date met with Director of Educator Preparation & Licensure Director’s Signature I understand that if the above stated requirements are not met to the satisfaction of the college supervisor and the supervising practitioner upon the completion of the practicum, I will not be recommended for licensure. Student’s Signature DateCandidates are to provide evidence documenting that all standards AE have been demonstrated. Supervisors are to rate the candidate and provide comments. [Note: The practicum report is page one of the PPA] Standard A Leadership Indicators Evidence 1. Articulates the purposes of education and the place of public schools in the United States of America. 2. Articulates vision and mission. 3. Reviews, evaluates, and revises instructional programs on the basis of sound information and relevant data. 4. Knows and encourages appropriate uses of instructional technologies. 5. Promotes activities that honor academic excellence. 6. Involves staff in preparing and implementing professional development plans that are related to improved student learning. 7. Helps staff align their curriculum with the state’s curriculum frameworks. 8. Understands principles of mentoring and provides new teachers with mentors. 9. Encourages experimentation and rigorous evaluation of new pedagogical approaches. 10. Plans effectively for the implementation of policy decisions, taking into account unanticipated consequences and costs.
Rating: Explanation of Rating for Standard A Leadership
Rating Scale: 1=Does Not Meet the Standard; 2=Meets the Standard, 3=Exceeds the Standard; NA=Not Applicable.
Candidate’s Name: _____________________________________________________License: __________________________ College Supervisor (sign): _________________________________________________________Date: ___________________ Supervising Practitioner (sign): _____________________________________________________Date: __________________
Standard B – Administration Indicators Evidence 1. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. 2. Uses effective methods of personnel selection, supervision, and evaluation. 3. Identifies, implements, and evaluates contentbases instruction based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. 4. Practices relevant fiscal management policies and procedures. 5. Uses technology appropriately for his or her professional position. 6. Acts with integrity, fairness, and professionalism. 7. Understands plant facilities and equipment management.
Rating: Explanation of Rating for Standard B – Administration
Rating Scale: 1=Does Not Meet the Standard; 2=Meets the Standard, 3=Exceeds the Standard; NA=Not Applicable.
Candidate’s Name: _________________________________________________________License: ______________________ College Supervisor (sign): __________________________________________________________________Date: __________ Supervising Practitioner (sign): _____________________________________________________________Date: __________
Standard C – Equity Indicators Evidence 1. Assures presence and quality of educational programs that address the needs, interests, and abilities of all students. 2. Provides programs or activities that help all students acquire a positive civic identity and see themselves as integral members of our civic communities. 3. Fosters understanding that effort is a key factor in achievement. 4. Helps all students see themselves as unique individuals responsible for their own actions. 5. Assures high academic expectations for all students. 6. Holds teachers, students, and self to a high standard of performance and behavior.
Rating: Explanation of Rating for Standard C – Equity
Rating Scale: 1=Does Not Meet the Standard; 2=Meets the Standard, 3=Exceeds the Standard; NA=Not Applicable. Standard D – Community Relationships Indicators Evidence 1. Involves families and other community members in developing the vision, goals, improvement plans, and programs for the school/district. 2. Promotes partnerships among staff, families, the business community, and other community groups and uses community resources to enhance instruction.
Rating: Explanation of Rating for Standard D – Community Relationships
Rating Scale: 1=Does Not Meet the Standard; 2=Meets the Standard, 3=Exceeds the Standard; NA=Not Applicable.
Candidate’s Name: __________________________________________________________License: _____________________ College Supervisor (sign): _________________________________________________________________Date: ___________ Supervising Practitioner (sign): ____________________________________________________________Date: ___________
Standard E – Professional Responsibilities Indicators Evidence 1. Meets his or her legal and moral responsibilities. 2. Maintains interest in current developments in the professional discipline. 3. Knows educational principles and research that promote sound practices. 4. Studies educational research of relevance to professional responsibilities. 5. Is familiar with the range of instructional programs and policies that can promote academic learning for all students. 6. Is familiar with the range of student support services. 7. Is familiar with the range of professional training programs and providers for prospective teachers. 8. Knows multiple strategies to assess student performance. 9. Understands approaches to organizational change, schoolbased management, and school restructuring. 10. Understands federal, state, and municipal laws and regulations affecting schools, staff and students, including laws on disability, civil rights and responsibilities, issues of liability, and requirements of due process. 11. Demonstrates understanding of current issues in American education.
Rating: Explanation of Rating for Standard E – Professional Responsibilities
Rating Scale: 1=Does Not Meet the Standard; 2=Meets the Standard, 3=Exceeds the Standard; NA=Not Applicable.
Candidate’s Name: __________________________________________________License: __________________
College Supervisor (sign): ______________________________________________________________Date: ____________ Supervising Practitioner (sign): _________________________________________________Date: ____________
Summary Decision for Preservice Performance Assessment
Administrator candidate’s Preservice Performance Assessment in the practicum or practicum equivalent meets the Professional Standards for Administrators: Yes _______ or No _______. Candidate (Sign): ______________________________________________________License: ________________ College Supervisor (sign): _______________________________________________________Date: __________ Supervising Practitioner (sign): ___________________________________________________Date: __________ Standard Rating (from pp. 25) (a) Leadership (b) Administration (c) Equity (d) Community Relationships (e) Professional Responsibilities Rating Scale: 1=Does Not Meet the Standard; 2=Meets the Standard, 3=Exceeds the Standard; NA=Not Applicable. Final Practicum Grade_________________ Summary Comments (include phrases that could be used in a letter of recommendation): Areas of strength: Areas in need of improvement: The sponsoring organization should maintain this assessment record as part of its candidate’s permanent file. Copies do not have to be sent to the Department of Education.Things to Remember
Practicum Reports/Preservice Performance Assessment
The Educator Preparation Office will provide practicum reports to all college supervisors. The top half will already be completed. Please review all information to ensure that it is correct. Make any corrections (i.e., supervising practitioner's license number, professional status, placements, etc.) directly on the form and return it to the Educator Prep Office ASAP. We will make the corrections and return the forms to you before you get them signed. If corrections need to be made after the forms are signed, do not write directly onto the form. Please put the corrections on “PostIt” notes and attach to the Practicum Report. PLEASE NOTE: The license number and whether or not the supervising practitioner has an initial (with years of experience) or professional license should be on the practicum report. If this is missing, please obtain this information from the supervising practitioner and submit it to the Educator Preparation Office. DO NOT FILL IN THE HOURS. Students must submit a time record to the Educator Prep Office. The practicum report should be initialed by the student, and signed and dated by the supervising practitioner and college supervisor [please remember to use black ink] on a minimum of three dates as evidence of three distinct meetings: 1. An initial meeting at which the standards and procedures for evaluation are explained to the student, 2. A meeting held midway through the practicum at which the student’s progress toward the standards are discussed, and 3. A final meeting at which the evaluation of the student is completed. At the end of the practicum experience the supervisors indicate whether or not the student has successfully completed the preservice performance assessment (PPA), that is whether or not student has met all standards, and sign the bottom of the form. The practicum report and the PPA must be filled out completely. The following is a checklist for ensuring the PPA is completed properly. 1. Fill in a rating and write comments for each standard. 2. On each page, fill in name of license with grade level (e.g., physical education 512). 3. Both supervisors sign the bottom of each page. 4. On the last page, indicate whether or not (“Yes” or “No”) student met all standards, everyone sign, fill in box with summary of all ratings, fill in a grade, and write the summary comments. Submit the completed practicum report and preservice performance assessment form to the Educator Preparation Office immediately following the completion of each experience whether or not the student is recommended for licensure. ** It is not necessary to copy the practicum report or the PPA. Students will receive official copies from the Educator Preparation Office. If you have any questions, please call the Educator Prep Office at 7483155.The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Department of Education
__________________________________________________________________________________________ 350 Main Street, Malden, Massachusetts 021485023 Telephone: (781) 3383000 Preservice Performance Assessment for Administrator Practicum (Practicum Report) Professional Standards for Administrators: See 603 CMR 7.10Part I –Applicant. Practicum: ________ Practicum Equivalent: _______ 1. Legal Name: _________________________________________________________2. SSN: __________________________ 3. Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Sponsoring Organization: __________________________________________Program & Level: ______________________ 5. PrePracticum: ___Experience from Coursework. Student completed tasks related to supervisory & administrative experience. 6. Practicum Course Number: _________________________________________________ Credit Hours: _________________ Course Title: ___________________________________________________________Dates:________________________ 7. Practicum Site: ____________________________________________________8: Grade Levels of Students: ____________ 9. Total number of practicum hours: ____________________________ 10. Other Massachusetts licenses held if any: __________________________________________________________________ 11. Have any components of the approved program been waived (see Regulations 7.03(1)(b)): Yes __________No__________ Part II – College Supervisor Name: _____________________________________________________Position/Title________________________________ The Applicant completed a practicum designed by Springfield College as partial preparation for the following license: Applicant’s License FieldGrade Level: _____________________________________________________________________ Part III –Supervising Practitioner Name: __________________________________________________________Position: _______________________________ School System: _____________________________________License: Initial (# yrs. experience): _____or Professional: ______ Massachusetts License #: _______________________________________Field(s): ___________________________________ Part IV – Initial 1, 2, and 3. 1. Initial meeting held at which the Professional Standards and the procedures for evaluation were explained to the Applicant. Date: ________Applicant: _______________ College Supervisor: ______________ Supervising Practitioner: _______________ 2. Meeting held midway through the practicum at which the Applicant’s progress toward the Professional Standards was discussed. Date: ________Applicant: _______________ College Supervisor: ______________ Supervising Practitioner: _______________ 3. Final meeting held to complete evaluation and to allow Applicant an opportunity to raise questions and make comments. Date: ________Applicant: _______________ College Supervisor: ______________ Supervising Practitioner: _______________ Part V
Candidate has successfully completed the Preservice Performance Assessment Requirements (Sections: 7.03(2)(a)(4) & 7.09): Yes: ____No: ___
College Supervisor (sign): __________________________________________________________ Date: __________________ Supervising Practitioner (sign): _______________________________________________________ Date: __________________ Mediator (if necessary: see Regulations 7.04(4))(sign): ____________________________________ Date: __________________
SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE Education Administration TIME RECORD AND ACTIVITY REPORT Record the hours expended during the practicum according to the categories described below. Please note that for licensure, there is a requirement of 300 hours. Observing The supervising practitioner is in charge and the practicum student is watching/listening. Assisting The supervising practitioner is in charge and the practicum student is helping. Direct Service The practicum student is directly responsible for carrying out the duties of an education administrator. Other The practicum student participates in other activities related to education administration. STUDENT _________________________________________________________________________ DATES FROM ____________________________ TO ___________________________________ SITE: ___________________________________________________ GRADE LEVEL: COLLEGE SUPERVISOR SUPERVISING PRACTITIONER TIME RECORD (IN HOURS) Observing Hours Assisting Hours Direct Service
Other: Other: Total:
Semester__________ Year________ SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE EVALUATION OF COLLEGE SUPERVISOR College Supervisor_________________________________________________________________________________ The following items deal with characteristics of college supervisors which students feel to be important. Please complete each item by circling the response you feel is appropriate and making comments/suggestions. X 0 1 2 3 4
N/A poor fair good very good excellent
1. Number of visits X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 2. Quality of observations/visits X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 3. Expectations clear X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 4. Availability for appointments and discussions X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 5. Feedback on written work X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 6. Knowledge and experience in the field X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 7. Suggestions for evaluating and improving your teaching/counseling/administrative skills X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments: 8. Considering everything, how would you rate your college supervisor? X 0 1 2 3 4 Comments:
SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE EVALUATION OF EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION PREPARATION PROGRAM Licensure Program_______________________ Grades__________ Dates ______ to Student Administrator____________________ Supervising Practitioner______________________ How would you rate the adequacy of the Springfield College educator preparation program? Identification of specific strengths and weaknesses and positive suggestions for program improvement would be most helpful. Your comments are greatly appreciated! X 1 2 3 4 did not observe needs improvement adequate very good excellent 1. Placement procedures X 1 2 3 4 Comments: 2. Information and materials received from SC X 1 2 3 4 Comments: 3. Length of Practicum X 1 2 3 4 Comments: 4. College supervision of student X 1 2 3 4 Comments: 5. Forms for evaluation of student X 1 2 3 4 Comments: 6. Overall preparation of students X 1 2 3 4 Comments:
7. Preparation of student administrator in the following areas: 1. Leadership Skills 1 2 3 4 Comments: 2. Administrative Skills 1 2 3 4 Comments: 3. Equity 1 2 3 4 Comments: 4. Community Relationships 1 2 3 4 Comments: 5. Professional Responsibilities 1 2 3 4 Comments: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE Signature of Evaluator _____________________________________________ Date School Address
Course # __________ Semester __________ SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE STUDENT EVALUATION OF THE EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION PRACTICUM Name of Student ______________________________________ Date ___________________ School ____________________________ Supervising Practitioner _____________________ The following items deal with your practicum experience. Please complete each item by circling the response you feel is appropriate and making comments. 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Not Applicable
PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE IN GENERAL 1. Seminars (practicum only) A. Topics and information 1 2 3 4 5 N/A B. Scheduling of seminars (length, number) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: 2. Placement Procedures 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: 3. Handbook/Other Materials A. Expectations and requirements clearly stated 1 2 3 4 5 N/A B. Informative 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: 4. Written Work A. Overall requirements 1 2 3 4 5 N/A B. Types of assignments 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: 5. Length of Practicum 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: SCHOOL/SITE 1. Curriculum and Instruction A. Meets the interests and needs of students 1 2 3 4 5 N/A B. Developmentally appropriate 1 2 3 4 5 N/A C. Teaching style and methods 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: OVER
2. Facilities and Equipment A. Facilities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A B. Supplies and/or equipment 1 2 3 4 5 N/A C. Adequate support services and staff 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: 3. Supervising Practitioner A. Feedback on written work 1 2 3 4 5 N/A B. Suggestions for evaluating and improving your skills 1 2 3 4 5 N/A C. Quality of observations 1 2 3 4 5 N/A D. Overall rating of supervising practitioner 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Comments: PREPARATION How would you rate your preparation at Springfield College in each of the five standards? Standard I: Leadership 1 2 3 4 5 Comments: Standard II: Administration 1 2 3 4 5 Comments: Standard III: Equity 1 2 3 4 5 Comments: Standard IV: Community Relationships 1 2 3 4 5 Comments: Standard V: Professional Responsibilities 1 2 3 4 5 Comments: .
THANK YOU LIST: SUPERVISING PERSONS Your Name________________________________________________ Date_______________ School________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ You are expected to thank those persons who have made your fieldwork experience beneficial to you. The College wishes to know who has been helpful to you and in what way has each person been helpful. Personal verbal ‘thanks’ are always appreciated but your written note is even more meaningful. Contribution and/or Full Name (Please Print) Title/Position relationship to student
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