At UNC Greensboro, clinical experiences, including both early field experiences and student teaching, are a critical part of professional preparation programs. While the structure and location of field experiences vary across the many UNCG programs, they are designed and implemented in collaboration with district/agency partners. In the Office of Student Success, the SOE Placement Coordinator serves as a liaison between the university and all school districts, schools and agencies where placements are made.
field experience observations
Initial field experiences
May take place prior to admission to Teacher Education
Field-Based Projects
Specific assignment in a professional education course that requires some kind of work directly with students
Do not require semester-long field experience on a set schedule
Internships
More extensive field experiences involving participation in teaching
Usually scheduled at least a couple times a week throughout the semester
Student Teaching
Final semester of Teacher Preparation Program
Full-time teaching experience in a school with a Cooperating Teacher
Practicum
Any field experience at the graduate level may be referred to as a practicum
May occur in one’s place of employment, if already licensed
The Placement Coordinator in the School of Education will secure all placements for clinical experiences. Most school districts have strict rules against students reaching out directly to any teacher or principal in their districts for placement.
Program Coordinators work with the Placement Coordinator to decide on placements
Students must complete all necessary paperwork for placements and return it to the Placement Coordinator
Criminal Background Check
A Criminal Background Check must be completed prior to a student visiting any classroom/agency
You will participate in a Student Teaching experience during your final semester of your senior year. In order to participate in Student Teaching, you will need to complete the Student Teaching Application during your junior year.
Judy Pelance, SOE Placement Coordinator jrpelanc@uncg.edu School of Education Building, Room 130 336.334.9880
Appeals & Complaints
Pursuant to North Carolina General Statue 115C-269.55, the North Carolina State Board of Education (SBE) has the authority to receive reports of allegations of noncompliance regarding specific laws and rules associated with Educator Preparation Program (EPP) requirements. To learn more please review the complaint process.
SOE SCHOLARSHIPS & FUNDING
A variety of financial aid is available to our students, including scholarships based on academic merit and financial need. We invite you to explore the many scholarship and funding opportunities offered in the School of Education.