Teach & Train Program
Career Pathways to the Teaching Profession
Begin your pathway to the teaching profession today!
The Teach and Train Program is a 2-course sequence designed to provide high school students a seamless pathway into the teaching profession through academic coursework and hands-on practicum experience. This program is designed for students with an interest in the teaching profession. See the Course Syllabus for more information.
Course 1- Teach and Train
Grades: 10-12 2 Semesters 1 Credit Practical Arts
This is the first class of a 2-course program designed for students who are considering the elementary or secondary teaching profession; who are interested in being a coach or club sponsor; or who are interested in being a corporate trainer. This course focuses on the general theory and practice of teaching and learning. In the first course students will learn the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and the social foundations of education. This class must be completed for a student to be eligible to enroll in Practicum or Juniors and Seniors can enroll in both courses simultaneously. Students will complete coursework in the high school classroom. In addition, there will be occasional observations, field trips, and outside learning activities.
This is the first class of a 2-course program designed for students who are considering the elementary or secondary teaching profession; who are interested in being a coach or club sponsor; or who are interested in being a corporate trainer. This course focuses on the general theory and practice of teaching and learning. In the first course students will learn the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and the social foundations of education. This class must be completed for a student to be eligible to enroll in Practicum or Juniors and Seniors can enroll in both courses simultaneously. Students will complete coursework in the high school classroom. In addition, there will be occasional observations, field trips, and outside learning activities.
Course 2- Teach and Train Practicum
Grades: 11-12 2 Semesters 1 Credit Practical Arts
Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in or successful completion of Teach and Train at a 70% or above.
This is the second class in a 2-course program designed for students who are considering the elementary or secondary teaching profession. This course provides a seamless pathway to study the profession through experience as a classroom intern. Students will be assigned to intern with district personnel. Students will complete reflection journals, prepare and present lessons, and work closely with students of their assigned supervising teacher. Students are required to demonstrate good moral character, work habits, responsibility, punctuality, and organizational skills. Students must have computer access to complete assignments online and are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from their practicum assignment. Students will meet in the high school classroom on Mondays. The remaining weekdays they will report directly to their practicum classroom. Field trips, occasional observations, and outside learning activities are incorporated throughout the course.
DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITY: Students who are enrolled in Teach and Train Practicum have the opportunity to earn college credit through Missouri Southern State University (MSSU). Students who want to earn college credit will enroll with the university and pay a tuition fee. All dual credit coursework is embedded into the class. A minimum of 32 hours must be spent in the practicum classroom to earn the college credit. Dual credit is an option, but is not required. Students can still enroll in the course without taking it for dual credit
Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in or successful completion of Teach and Train at a 70% or above.
This is the second class in a 2-course program designed for students who are considering the elementary or secondary teaching profession. This course provides a seamless pathway to study the profession through experience as a classroom intern. Students will be assigned to intern with district personnel. Students will complete reflection journals, prepare and present lessons, and work closely with students of their assigned supervising teacher. Students are required to demonstrate good moral character, work habits, responsibility, punctuality, and organizational skills. Students must have computer access to complete assignments online and are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from their practicum assignment. Students will meet in the high school classroom on Mondays. The remaining weekdays they will report directly to their practicum classroom. Field trips, occasional observations, and outside learning activities are incorporated throughout the course.
DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITY: Students who are enrolled in Teach and Train Practicum have the opportunity to earn college credit through Missouri Southern State University (MSSU). Students who want to earn college credit will enroll with the university and pay a tuition fee. All dual credit coursework is embedded into the class. A minimum of 32 hours must be spent in the practicum classroom to earn the college credit. Dual credit is an option, but is not required. Students can still enroll in the course without taking it for dual credit
Note* Juniors and Seniors can enroll in both courses simultaneously!
