Spend at least 5 hours completing the following field experience.
Observe and interview a paraeducator working in a self-contained, inclusion or resource K-12 special education setting about the following:
Roles and responsibilities of the certified teacher and the paraeducator.
Collaboration strategies between the certified teacher and paraeducator, as well as with students.
Training, feedback, and supervision provided by the certified teacher.
Advice for a certified teacher who is working with a paraeducator for the first time.
Creating a successful collaboration between all stakeholders.
Summarize your observations and interviews in 250-500-words. Draw conclusions and explain how you plan to apply your findings to your practice as a professional.
APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
Document the hours and locations that you spend in the field on your Clinical Field
Experience Verification Form.