What is a student teaching experience?

An experience that provides student teachers with an intensive and extensive culminating activity. Student teachers are immersed in the learning community and are provided opportunities to develop and demonstrate competence in the professional roles for which they are preparing.

Who are the clinical faculty?

School and higher education faculty responsible for instruction, supervision and assessment of student teachers during the student teaching experience. The clinical faculty (also referred to as university supervisor) are the primary link between the school partner and the University during the student teaching experience.

Who are the school faculty?

Licensed practitioners in K-12 schools who provide instruction, supervision, assessment and direction for student teachers during the clinical experience. These practitioners (also referred to as cooperating teachers)are directly responsible for mentoring the student teacher.

What is a school partner?

K-12 schools that collaborate with the higher education institution in designing, developing and implementing field experiences, clinical practice, delivery of instruction and research.

Who are the students?

Children and youth attending K-12 schools as distinguished from teacher candidates.

Who are the teacher candidates?

Individuals admitted to or enrolled in programs for the initial preparation of teachers.

How do I check my Gate status online?

Follow these instructions for faculty and for students to check Gate status in myPlymouth.

Outstanding Students

Allison G S

Alison G S

  • Class of 2011
  • Psychology
  • North Reading, Massachusetts

I’m Allison, a junior and psychology major. I’m a tour guide and a telecounselor for Admissions, and active in PEEP and Ending Genocide Around the World. I’m really outgoing and love making people feel more comfortable about college.