Professional Practice
Practicum
Le Moyne students are required to complete 100 hours of fieldwork in urban, rural and suburban settings prior to pre-service teaching as part of New York state teacher certification regulations.
The goal of the practicum is to serve as a bridge between the educational theory and practice taught in courses and the reality of public and private school classrooms.
Numerous and varied practicum opportunities are provided by the classroom teachers such as tutoring individuals and small groups, teaching part or all of a lesson, grading tests and quizzes, etc.
Student Teaching
Pre-service teachers student teach for one full semester and are observed weekly and supported by a college supervisor.
Prior to pre-service teaching, candidates work with their cooperating teachers, in their schools, for at least 12 hours each during the semester before student teaching.
Student teaching candidates are required to complete an application prior to taking their teaching methods course. In order to be eligible for pre-service teaching, students must meet the following criteria:
- Overall grade point average of 2.7 or better
- Grade of 'B' or better in key education courses
- Education grade point-averageof 3.0 or better
- Demonstration of professional commitment
Placement Coordinator
Fieldwork placements and pre-service teaching sites are arranged for candidates by the Department of Education Placement Coordinator.
Professional Resources
Click here for a list of organizations and associations dealing with professional issues in the field of education.