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What is Clinical Practice?

Clinical practice experiences are the cornerstone of effective teacher preparation. It is focused on credential student learning and development through the application of theory to practice and reflection on one’s practice, and is an opportunity for skill development aligned to the California Teaching Performance Expectations (TPE) & California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP). Participation in clinical practice experiences allows Student Teachers to apply their learning from coursework and receive coaching to improve implementation.

What is OCP's Role?

The OCP works with local districts in Fresno, Kings, Madera, and Tulare counties to place Student Teachers enrolled in a Fresno State Credential Program with a mentor teacher at their clinical practice site. However, OCP doesn’t find placements for all Student Teachers: Student Teachers enrolled in the Teacher Residency Program, ITEP, Single Subject Agriculture and Music Departments, and most Single Subject Final Student Teacher placements will be made by those programs. Student Interns are responsible for finding their own placements. Once placements are finalized, OCP pairs all Student Teachers (excluding Single Subject Final Student Teachers and all Ag Student Teachers) with a university coach. OCP is also available throughout the semester to assist students and districts with any issues that may arise with their placement.

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What is the Teacher Internship Program?

The OCP oversees the Teacher Internship Program which is a pathway to complete student teaching and a preliminary credential while working as a district-hired-and-paid Intern (teacher of record), at a slightly reduced salary.

Learn About Teacher Internships

 

Clinical Practice Resources by Program

Education Specialist Credential Program Coordinator:  Dr. Michael Mahoney

The Office of Clinical Practice places Education Specialist Student Teachers enrolled in initial and final practicum in their clinical practice placement sites. OCP also assigns coaches to all Student Teachers, including students enrolled in the Teacher Residency Program and the Teacher Internship Program. 

The Education Specialist Clinical Practice Handbook is an invaluable resource for Student Teachers outlining policies, procedures, and expectations.

View the Education Specialist Clinical Practice Handbook

Clinical Practice Courses:
SPED 111. General Education and Special Education Clinical Experience
SPED 160F. Fieldwork in Special Education
SPED 171. Initial Practicum in Mild/Moderate Disabilities
SPED 172. Initial Practicum in Moderate/Severe Disabilities
SPED 173. Initial Practicum in Mild/Moderate and Extensive Support Needs
SPED 175. Final Practicum in Mild/Moderate Disabilities
SPED 176. Final Practicum in Moderate/Severe Disabilities
SPED 178. Final Practicum in Mild/Moderate and Extensive Support Needs

The Education Specialist Clinical Practice Application is used for Student Teachers who plan to enroll in a clinical practice course and need the Office of Clinical Practice to find their placement site. It is also used for all Student Teachers, including Student Interns and Teacher Residents, who plan to enroll in their final practicum course. 

The OCP will make every attempt to honor requests that are made before the priority deadline but cannot guarantee that all requests are possible. Student Teachers who do not submit their application by the priority deadline will be placed by availability rather than preference. 

The priority deadline to submit your Spring 2024 Clinical Practice Application has passed. You will still need to submit your application by Sunday, December 3rd.

Education Specialist Clinical Practice Application

The Clinical Practice Agreement is the first assignment for the Student Teacher's clinical practice experience. This is an agreement reviewed at the first triad meeting with the Student Teacher, Mentor Teacher, and University Coach. The Student Teacher is responsible for uploading the signed agreement to their Tk20 binder after the triad meeting. 

Clinical Practice Agreements

The following forms are helpful resources and tools for Education Specialist Student Teachers. 

Please review the Forms & Resources tab listed in the Additional Resources for All Programs table below for forms that apply to all programs, including the Individual Development Plan required for all Final Student Teachers.

Multiple Subject Credential Program Coordinator: Dr. Christina Luna

The Office of Clinical Practice places Multiple Subject Student Teachers enrolled in initial and final practicum in their clinical practice placement sites. OCP also assigns coaches to all Student Teachers, including students enrolled in the Teacher Residency Program, the South Valley Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP), and the Teacher Internship Program. 

The Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Handbook is an invaulable resource for Student Teachers outlining policies, procedures, and expectations.

View the Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Handbook

Clinical Practice Courses:
EHD 110D. Intial Student Teaching: Dual
EHD 160A/B. Part Time Multiple Subject Student Teaching
EHD 170. Field Study C
EHD 178. Field Study B/Grades K-3

The Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Application is used for Student Teachers who plan to enroll in a clinical practice course and need the Office of Clinical Practice to find their placement site. It is also used for all Student Teachers, including Student Interns and Teacher Residents, who plan to enroll in their final student teaching course. 

The OCP will make every attempt to honor requests that are made before the priority deadline but cannot guarantee that all requests are possible. Student Teachers who do not submit their application by the priority deadline will be placed by availability rather than preference. 

The priority deadline to submit your Spring 2024 Clinical Practice Application has passed. You will still need to submit your application by Sunday, December 3rd.

Multiple Subject Clinical Practice Application

The Clinical Practice Agreement is the first assignment for the Student Teacher's clinical practice experience. This is an agreement reviewed at the first triad meeting with the Student Teacher, Mentor Teacher, and University Coach. The Student Teacher is responsible for uploading the signed agreement to their Tk20 binder after the triad meeting. 

Clinical Practice Agreements

Single Subject Credential Program Coordinator: Dr. Imelda Basurto
Academic Subject Matter Area Coordinators/Advisors: Contact List

The Office of Clinical Practice places Single Subject Student Teachers enrolled in initial practicum in their clinical practice placement sites. OCP assists Academic Subject Matter Area Coordinators/Advisors as requested when placing and assigning coaches to Single Subject Student Teachers enrolled in final practicum. OCP also assigns coaches to all Student Teachers, including students enrolled in the Teacher Internship Program.

The Single Subject Clinical Practice Handbook is an invaulable resource for Student Teachers outlining policies, procedures, and expectations.

View the Single Subject Clinical Practice Handbook

Clinical Practice Courses:
EHD 155A. Student Teaching in Secondary School
EHD 155B. Student Teaching (various subject matter areas)

EHD 155A Initial Student Teaching

Student Teachers will submit their clinical practice application via the Google Survey link below. This should be completed prior to attending orientation. Students who do not submit their survey on time will be placed by availability rather than preference. 

The Spring 2024 Clinical Practice Application will remain open until December 7. Submit it as soon as possible to add your name to the district placement sheet.
Single Subject 155A Clinical Practice Application

EHD 155B Final Student Teaching

All teacher credential candidates, including interns, must be cleared for EHD 155B (final clinical practice, aka student teaching).  This procedure is completed as part of the EHD 154A seminar by all EHD 155A students and interns.

The deadline to submit your Clearance Application Form for Spring 2024 is Sunday, October 22nd.
EHD 155B Clearance Application Form

Observation Forms: University Coaches will complete within Tk20 at mid-semester and again at the end of the semester.

Evaluations: University Coaches will complete within Tk20 at mid-semester and again at the end of the semester.

  • Mid-Term Evaluation of Student Teacher: 155A | 155B
  • Final Evaluation of Student Teacher: 155A | 155B

The Fresno Assessment of Student Teachers (FAST) is a Teaching Performance Assessment (TPA) system designed for exclusive use at California State University, Fresno. FAST assesses the pedagogical competence of teacher candidates with respect to the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs).

FAST is completely embedded into the credential programs, with formative assessments included as part of course work, and the summative assessments required as part of the field work.

FAST Manuals by Program:
Multiple & Single Subject Education Specialist ESN Education Specialist MM

Clinical Practice Courses:

 
Program Site Visitation Project Teaching Sample Project
Dual Credential EHD 170 SPED 178
Education Specialist SPED 172 SPED 175, SPED 176
Multiple Subject EHD 178 (ECE) EHD 170 (ECE), EHD 160A/B
Single Subject EHD 155A EHD 155B

The following contain helpful resources for each FAST project:

This task assesses teacher candidates’ ability to plan, implement, and evaluate instruction. The three parts of the project include:

  • Planning: planning documentation for a single lesson incorporating state-adopted content standards and English language development,
  • Implementation: an in-person observation and videotaping of the teaching of the lesson, 
  • Reflection: a review of the entire video, selection of a 3- to 5-minute video segment, and a written evaluation of the lesson.

TPE 1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.2, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.7, 6.1

Documents

Videos, Transcripts, and Slides

Video Parent Permission Letters

This task assesses teacher candidates’ ability to:

  • identify the context of the classroom,
  • plan and teach a series of at least five cohesive lessons with a focus on content knowledge and literacy,
  • assess students’ learning related to the unit,
  • document their teaching and their students’ learning, and
  • reflect on the effectiveness of their teaching.

Teacher candidates document how they are addressing the needs of all their students in the planning, teaching, and assessing of the content.

TPE 1.5, 1.6, 1.8, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, 4.7, 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 5.8, 6.1, 6.3, 6.5

Documents

Videos, Transcripts, and Slides

Additional Resources for All Programs

Tk20 Overview

Tk20 is a data management system that you will use to digitally submit your field placement observations, evaluations, and State mandated teacher performance assessments. This system will give you access to your student files for seven years.

This account should be purchased before you apply for your first field placement course.

We recommend using your Google Chrome or Firefox web browser when puchasing your Fresno State Tk20 account. The link below will take you to a payment screen where you can purchase your account with a credit card, money order, or cashier’s check (processed by VeriSign). The cost to purchase through the Tk20 website is approximately $110.00. You will need your Fresno State email address and Student ID Number to complete the purchase. 

Please Note: Accounts are activated based on enrollment, so you will be able to login once you are enrolled in credential courses, though it may take 24 - 48 hours for the enrollment to process.

Purchase a Fresno State Tk20 Account
If you have issues with this link, read these directions.

Resources

Support

  • If a student has a question about their Tk20 binder and/or portfolio, they should first contact their assigned university coach.
  • If a student or coach is experiencing an issue with Tk20 and the Resources above do not help you resolve it, send an email including your name, program, and ID number in the email as well as an explanation of the issue to tk20support@mail.fresnostate.edu.
  • You may also contact Watermark's Tk20 Support Hotline at 800-311-5656 (option 4 for Tk20)
    Pacific Standard Time: M-Th 5AM - 6 PM  |  F 5AM - 4PM  |  Sun 2PM - 7PM

Teacher Candidate Guide

Forms

Kremen Resources

California Resources

  • California Exam and Assessment Fee Waiver

    Eligible individuals can register, pay, and be reimbursed/refunded for the following examinations. All examination fees will be reimbursed/refunded at a future date as soon as state contracts are approved. Refunds will be automatic to the individual taking the examination, and there will be no additional steps needed.

    • California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST)
    • California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET)
    • California Teacher of English Learners (CTEL)

      Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA)

What is a University Coach?

The University Coach is responsible for supporting Student Teacher development as professionals and colleagues. Coaches usually have had several years of experience as a classroom teacher and may also have experience as a teacher leader, course instructor, or district administrator. Coaches are responsible for providing academic, clinical, emotional, and resource-related assistance and problem-solving support for their assigned Student Teachers in their placements.

Coach Guide

Interested in working for the Kremen School as a University Coach/Supervisor?

 

Education Specialist

Education Specialist Coach/Supervisor Job Description

Apply Here

Multiple Subject

Multiple Subject University Coach/Supervisor Job Description

Apply Here

 

Single Subject Initial Phase (EHD 155A)

Single Subject University Coach/Supervisor Job Description

Apply Here

 

Single Subject Final Phase (EHD 155B)

Please contact the Academic Subject Matter Area Departments

Email ocp@mail.fresnostate.edu for more information.

Faculty Help Center
Technology Services Service Desk offers an extensive online resource for supporting faculty and staff.  They offer many guides and information. The most helpful being the My Fresno State guide reviewing how to access a class roster, record grades, change grades, etc.
Tk20
Coaches Tk20 Guide

Time Log Reports:
The Analytic Display instructions should be used to complete timelogs.
The Data Display instructions should be used to enter activities using the description box to complete timelogs.

Review the Tk20 tab on the Additional Resources for All Programs table on the OCP website for Tk20 resources and support.
FAST
Review the FAST tab on the Clinical Practice Resources by Program table on the OCP website for SVP and TSP resources.

What is a Mentor Teacher?

The Mentor Teacher is a key element in preparing the next generation of professional educators. The role of the Mentor Teacher is a complex blend of modeling, coaching, instructing, collaborating, and encouraging as candidates build competency in program standards.

Mentor Teachers are expected to support candidates in developing the skills and knowledge to meet these standards. Thank you for serving in this capacity! 

Mentor Teacher Guide

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing requires that all Mentors participate in a minimum of ten (10) professional development (PD) hours to serve as a mentor, we're supplying the resources below and a form to help track your professional development hours.The 10 hours only need to be completed once and can include PD provided by your school site or district.

Universal Designed Learning Professional Development - UDL and Teaching

Mentor Teacher Professional Development - Mentorship

Required Mentor Teacher Professional Development Time Log (10 Hours Total)

Additional Professional Development Resources - To meet the 10 PD hours (If needed)

Mentor teachers can receive a reimbursement of fees for 3-4-unit courses taken at Fresno State within two years of supervising a student teacher. You can submit the packet below for reimbursement of fees up to $450 (limit one per semester, and a student teacher must have been supervised within two years of the semester submitted).

Please follow the instructions on page one of the packet:

Reimbursement Application

Our Mentor Teacher conference has been moved. If you would be interested in staying updated about the conference, please complete the interest form below.

Mentor Teacher Conference Interest Form

There are many services available on campus for our teacher candidates, please refer them to the list in the link below for guidance beyond what you and their University Coach can reasonably provide.

University Student Support Services

Contact Us

Office of Clinical Practice
Education Building, ED 151
ocp@csufresno.edu
559.278.0315

Itzel Montoya
Administrative Assistant
Education Building, ED 151
Phone: 559.278.6295
Email: imontoya@csufresno.edu

Annie Nunez
Field Placement Analyst
Education Building, ED 151B
Phone: 559.278.0487
Email: annien@csufresno.edu   

Chris Cooper
Educational Programs Coordinator
Education Building, ED 151A
Phone: 559.278.0232
Email: cooper05@csufresno.edu

Suzie Brandl
FAST Coordinator
Education Building, ED 151C
Email: sbrandl@csufresno.edu