Advice for Future Student Teachers

Student teaching is a great experience and you will learn so much. Here is some advice that will help you throughout the semester:

• Get to know your students. The kids are the best part of student teaching and the more you can connect with them, the better your experience will be. Knowing your students interests and learning styles will help you to make the most of your lessons and discussions in the class. Take every opportunity you have to talk with your students and get to know them, you never know what you may learn each day.
  

• Experiment with lessons. No matter how long you have been teaching, there are always new and interesting ways you can present a lesson. Take advice from your cooperative teacher whenever they offer it, but don't be afraid to think outside the box and teach your coop new things as well.
  

• Be prepared and ready for school everyday. Always know what you are going to talk about and do not show your personal emotions to the students. Always show a happy face for them and be there for your students.

Have fun and good luck with your student teaching experience!