The Teacher Candidate Outside the Classroom

Administrative offices (principals, attendance, Special Services, other)

What are the functions of these offices?
With what administrative routines and directives must the teacher be familiar?
What are the roles of administrators, the Board of Education, the superintendent and other central office personnel?

What is the general layout?
How is the auditorium used?
What are the stage facilities?
What playground facilities are there?
Where do I park and do I need a permit?
How is the cafeteria operated and used for students, faculty and staff?
How is the teachers’ workroom operated and used?
Is there a technology area available?
What facilities are available in the shops, laboratories and other special subject rooms?
What are the patterns and rules for hall traffic?

What are the practices regarding grading and reporting?
What are the standards for grades in subject-matter areas?
What are the standards for citizenship or character evaluation?
What provisions are made for students with special needs?
What opportunities are available to interact with colleagues on data teams, Professional Learning Communities, other?

What examinations are conducted?
What records are kept?
What procedures do teachers follow in using the services?
How are city health and social agencies used?
What does a teacher do when a student is injured or involved in an accident?
What is the procedure for reporting suspected abuse, neglect, threats, bullying, or weapons? (Mandatory Reporting)