Learning & Behavior Specialist II
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Auditory/Oral Specialist
Fall 2008 Student Teaching Handbook (Word)
Fall 2008 Student Teaching Meeting Presentation (pdf)
Graduation application, transcriptions, FAQs
Illinois Learning Standards: Finding the Right Standard
Interactive data forms (They graph for you!)
Best wishes as you enter this final phase of your preparation! You will find that your cooperating teachers and your Illinois State University supervisors are your very best resources this semester as you make the final transition from teacher candidate to effective special educator! We hope that you will also bookmark this page and find it to be a helpful reference.
The student teaching handbook (pdf) contains information on policies, procedures, and requirements for student teaching as well as needed forms and optional resources. To copy and use forms and graphic organizers, download the Handbook as a Word document.
Finding a position
Illinois State special education graduates are frequently employed or have several interviews scheduled prior to graduation. The need for special educators is great and our graduates are highly sought after. Staff at ISU's Career Center will be happy to assist you with preparing your credentials and finding employment if you like. During student teaching you may be approached to interview for positions that are available. Check with your University Supervisor on how best to schedule these interviews so as not to disrupt your student teaching experience. Candidates who are offered positions that will begin immediately after student teaching should check the back of the Student Teaching Handbook (pdf) for eligibility guidelines for "Early Check Out."
Educators' Job Fair
Bone Student Center, Brown Ballroom
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Talk to your University Supervisor about attending!
Advanced study
Many Illinois State graduates will soon want to consider advanced education. Illinois State University offers graduate work leading to LBS 2 and other advanced certification and to Master's and Doctoral degrees. We hope you will consider returning to your alma mater!
Professional organizations
Graduates are encouraged to become involved in professional organizations.
