University Supervisor Policies

The US serves as a liaison between the school site and the university, providing support and guidance to both ST and MT.  The US performs a critical role in facilitating communication and in providing feedback, assistance, and evaluation for the ST.  Some general expectations include:

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• Be accessible to the ST and MT through regular visitations, phone, and email. 

• Encourage open communication within the team and a collaborative approach to supporting the ST. 

• Provide guidance on policies and procedures for student teaching and check to ensure that they are followed. 

• Confer with the Director of Music Education as soon as any problems arise. 

• Conduct at least four formal observations (two for each placement) using the Observation Report, followed by a conference and written report for each observation. 

• Ideally, observations should be from different grade levels and a variety of music classes where practical. 

• Promote reflective practice by reviewing the ST’s observation journal and providing feedback. 

• Keep the Director of Music Education informed of any problems with or changes that might negatively affect the progress of the ST. 

• Facilitate record keeping and documentation needed for the ST to obtain licensure.

• Begin documenting the progress of the ST by completing the Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA) early in each placement, amending as needed. 

• Coordinate evaluation and grading of the ST’s performance, including the development and presentation of the e-Portfolio. 

• Provide the candidate with a recommendation for employment, if requested. 

• Complete evaluations of the MT upon conclusion of each placement. The Office of Clinical Practice will send links to the online surveys.