TO:                Local Early Childhood Education Site Supervisors

FROM:          Spokane Falls Community College ECED& 191 Course Faculty: Cathy Meier Cathy.meier@sfcc.spokane.edu 509-533-3619 Building 16 Room 1223410 W. Fort George Wright Dr. / MS 3160Spokane, WA 99224

DATE:           2015-2016 Academic Year SUBJECT:    PLACEMENT OF AN ECED STUDENT IN YOUR PROGRAM Our Early Childhood Education Program at SFCC includes this practicum course, ECED 191 Practicum: Observation and Assessment, which requires students to volunteer 66 hours of work in an early childhood setting.  For a site to be approved, there needs to be someone qualified to act as the student’s site supervisor.The site supervisor, most often the lead teacher in the classroom where the student will be completing hours and assignments, will act as the site supervisor, although sometimes the director may be designated as site supervisor. In order to provide mentoring to a practicum student, a site supervisor is required to hold a degree in early childhood education.The goal of the course is to give students experience in the field of early childhood education pertaining to the topic observation and assessment of children.  Each student will sign a professionalism agreement form, attached to this memo.We expect the student to assist in the classroom under the supervision and direction of the regular program staff. Volunteers should not be left alone with children, nor counted in your teacher/child ratios. An observational or active participation role would be acceptable to the college, but we encourage as much active participation as you are comfortable with allowing.  During the course, while completing hours, students will need to complete observation and assessment of one child in order to complete a child portfolio. This assignment is attached to this memo, and students must obtain prior approval from you and from the child’s parent before completing this assignment.

Should any problems arise due to the placement of the student in your program, I would appreciate being notified immediately.  The student will sign a Permission to Release Information Form so we can communicate.

Here are the outcomes for the course:1. Identify characteristics and signs of growth, development, learning, and social behaviors2. Collect factual, descriptive information using a variety of tools i.e. running records, anecdotal records, checklists, time

and event samples, portfolios, and developmental continuums.3. Record information in an appropriate manner for future interpretation4. Interpret the information as it relates to general growth and development and the specific child(ren) observed5. Describe and demonstrate professional ethics and etiquette that applies to the collection and communication of observation data.

By agreeing to serve as a site for our student, you will agree to verify that 66 hours of work have been completed, to allow completion of field application assignments, and provide an evaluation of the student to the college at the end of the quarter. The Site Supervisor evaluation is attached to this memo. You will further agree that no student placed under this agreement will be denied work or subjected to different treatment on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or gender.

Please let me know if you have any questions about being an approved site for ECED 191. I sincerely thank you for your consideration of this proposal. Since official permission is necessary for this placement, you will sign the Practicum Agreement Form, which is attached to this memo.

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The student will submit the Practicum Agreement form to me, the course instructor. Sincerely,

Cathy Meier

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PROFESSIONALISM AGREEMENT Date_______________________________

 Name _____________________________ As a student enrolled in a Spokane Falls Community College Early Childhood Education course, I pledge to demonstrate the highest professional demeanor during the course, my practicum hours, and while completing Field Application Assignments. ____________________________________________________________________________. While working on course activities in my approved early childhood classroom, if I should observe any situation that causes me concern, I will discuss my concerns privately with my site supervisor, the program director, or course instructor. I will not break the confidentiality of the program, the staff, families, or children in the program. Furthermore, I understand and accept the following responsibilities: Children:

1. To treat each child with dignity and respect.2. To help each child become aware of his/her role as an integral member of the group.3. To employ developmentally appropriate guidance practices.

 Classroom:

1. To participate in the supervision of children.2. To help with general classroom tasks as needed.3. To assist staff members in any other appropriate ways.

 Staff:

1. To work as an integral part of the teaching team, sharing ideas, materials, and skills.2. To maintain good personal health.3. To operate within guidelines established by program authorities.

 Professionalism:

1. To show respect and support for the host program.2. To bring concerns to the site supervisor or college course instructor.3. To respect confidentiality.4. To never allow myself to be left alone with a child or a group of children (if a volunteer).5. To refrain from photography of children or families in the program without permission.6. To refrain from providing transportation for children/families during placement.7. To develop only professional (versus personal) relationships with center staff, children, families during the work-based learning course.8. To participate in a parent conference only under the following conditions:

- if invited to do so- in the presence of center staff- sharing only first-hand observations in an objective manner- refraining from sharing personal assumptions or conclusions

 I will adhere to NAEYC’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is located in my Canvas Classroom under Module One Reading Assignment and Resources.  ___________________________________                             ___________________________________                     Student Signature                                                                   Site Supervisor Signature 

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ECED 191 Practicum Agreement Form Students who have special needs or disabilities that may affect their ability to access information and or materials presented in this course are encouraged to contact the instructor as soon as possible.

Spokane Falls Community College Early Childhood Education3410 West Fort George Wright Drive MS 3160 – Spokane, WA 99224-5288

Cathy Meier, InstructorCatherine.Meier@sfcc.spokane.edu509-533-3619

LeighAnna Drake, InstructorLeighAnna.Drake@sfcc.spokane.edu509-533-3404

Tennille O’Blenness, Instructional TechTennille.Oblenness@sfcc.spokane.ed u 509-533-3095

1. Type or print legibly. 2. Sign and obtain site supervisor signature. 3. Scan. 4. Submit in online classroom.

Student Name: Date of Birth:Student Identification Number: Phone:Email: Today’s Date:

Today:Quarter: ☐ Fall 20___ ☐ Winter 20 ___ ☐ Spring 20___ ☐ Summer 20___Certificate/Degree Pursuing: ☐ Certificate ☐ AAS ☐ AAS-T ☐ AA

Placement Program: ☐ Employee ☐ VolunteerSite Supervisor/ (Classroom Teacher):Site Supervisor’s ECE Degree InfoAddress: City: State:Zip: Phone: E-mail:

Submit to your Site Supervisor the following:Proof of negative TB test Permission to Release Education Information Form Memo from Instructor Criminal Background Clearance A copy of this completed Agreement Form Time Sheet / Evaluation Forms Professionalism Form

If you have completed other practicum courses, please mark which age group & programs you did those hours in. Also mark age group and program you plan to use for your practicum this quarter. If you split your hours between multiple age groups or programs, write in the number of hours in each box below. Our goal is for you to experience at least two of the age groups and programs during your practicums.

Courses Age Group(s) worked with Type of ProgramBirth-Age 3 3-5 years 5-8 years Childcare Head Start Preschool

ECED 191

Site Requirements for Students in ECED 191:-----66 Practicum Hours -----1 major field-based assignment: Child Portfolio and presentation of portfolio to parents.

Make a plan with the site supervisor to successfully complete practicum hours and child portfolio assignment. The site supervisor can help you choose a child who has good attendance and whose parents are available for the presentation. Describe the plan here (Example: number of hours divided by 10 weeks of the term / dates scheduled for field application assignments, unusual circumstances such as vacation, etc.):

CONFIDENTIALITY-Students are sometimes exposed to private and confidential information. All information must be handled in a professional manner in keeping with the professional code of ethics applicable to the helping professions.SUBSTANCE ABUSE-Students are expected to remain alcohol/drug free while engaged in practicum activities. Acknowledged recovering students are expected to remain abstinent at all times. Failure to comply with these standards will result in the termination of the practicum.ALL PARTIES AGREE-1) That each party will be responsible for its own liability and negligence on the part of itself, employees and its agents. No party will indemnify another party to this agreement for acts or omissions attributed to that party. 2) That this agreement may be terminated at any time for any reason by giving the other parties three days written notice.

StudentSignature Required:SupervisorSignature Required:

Instructors:

CathyMeier

LeighAnna Drake

Tennille O’Blenness

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SFCC Practicum Course Weekly Time SheetCOURSE _________________________________________QUARTER ___________YEAR ___________

NAME ____________________________________________HOURS REQUIRED ____________________

FIELD SITE ______________________________________ HOURS COMPLETED __________________

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SFCC ECED 191 Site Supervisor Evaluation of Student Student’s Name:__________________________________________ 

Key:1                   Not observed2                   Rarely3                   Sometimes4                   Usually5                   Always

This form is completed by the site supervisor during week 9 or 10 of the term. Skill Rating CommentsProfessionalism: Punctuality, Attendance, DressLanguage / Communication : uses appropriate vocabulary with children; appropriate volume and tone, articulates the message clearlyInitiative / Enthusiasm: is useful in your classroom; seems happy to be in the classroomEngagement: interacts with children at their level physically and developmentallyDiversity: is able to work well with a variety of children and adultsGuidance: Utilizes appropriate and effect child guidance strategiesLearning: growth in skills with children over quarter

Observation and Assessment CompetencyCollects factual, descriptive information using a variety of tools i.e., running records, anecdotal records, checklists, time and event samples, portfolios and developmental continuums.

Interprets the information as it relates to general growth and development and the specific child(ren) observed.

Demonstrates professional ethics and etiquette that applies to the collection and communication of observation data.

Comments: Use the back if necessary 

 Site Supervisor Signature:___________________________________________________Date:______________________ Printed Name:______________________________________________Phone:____________________

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SFCC ECED 191 Student Self Evaluation Student’s Name:__________________________________________ 

Key:1                   Not observed2                   Rarely3                   Sometimes4                   Usually5                   Always

This form is completed by the student Comments – Required – 2-3 paragraphs: Use the back if necessary 

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Skill Rating CommentsProfessionalism: Punctuality, Attendance, DressLanguage / Communication : uses appropriate vocabulary with children; appropriate volume and tone, articulates the message clearlyInitiative / Enthusiasm: is useful in your classroom; seems happy to be in the classroomEngagement: interacts with children at their level physically and developmentallyDiversity: is able to work well with a variety of children and adultsGuidance: Utilizes appropriate and effect child guidance strategiesLearning: growth in skills with children over quarter

Observation and Assessment CompetencyCollect factual, descriptive information using a variety of tools i.e., running records, anecdotal records, checklists, time and event samples, portfolios and developmental continuums.Interpret the information as it relates to general growth and development and the specific child(ren) observed.Demonstrate professional ethics and etiquette that applies to the collection and communication of observation data.

ECED Practicum: Observation and Assessment

Major Assignment Information: Child Portfolio

Child Portfolio Assignment

--Each week, the student will collect observation data and artifacts on a child at your field site. Parent permission will be obtained before completing observations or collecting artifacts for this assignment.

--Data will include running records, anecdotal records, checklists, time and event samples, portfolio artifacts that document social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth (photos, work samples, art, child journal entries, etc.) , and developmental continuums.

--The data will document social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of the child chosen.

--The final portfolio needs a minimum of 3 artifacts for each domain (social, emotional, physical, cognitive).

--The parent will receive the original of the portfolio at the end of the term, and the student will turn in an electronic copy to the course instructor. (If you make a paper copy of the portfolio, you can take photos of each page to submit to instructor)

--Student will present the portfolio to the parent(s) in person, explaining and answering any questions. The parent will fill out an evaluation form about the portfolio and how it was presented. Student should be dressed professionally in business casual dress to present the portfolio (no t-shirts or jeans). Site supervisors are encouraged to attend these presentations if possible.

Permission Form

SFCC ECED 191 Practicum – Child Portfolio Parent Permission Form

Practicum Student's Name (Printed)___________________________________

I (Parent's name, printed)_____________________________________, give permission for the student named above to collect observation notes, photos, work samples, etc. from my child during this quarter ( ). I understand that the student will put the samples into a portfolio and I agree to meet with the student during the last week of class to allow him/her to present and explain the portfolio to me. I understand that after the presentation, you will receive the original copy of the portfolio, and an electronic copy will be turned in to the instructor of this course at SFCC.

Thank you for helping our college student in the learning process!

Please contact me if you have any questions:Cathy Meier Building 16- Office 115ACatherine.meier@sfcc.spokane.edu 509-533-3619

Signature of Parent ________________________________________ Date ______________

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Grading Rubric for the Portfolio, completed by the course instructor after student submits the portfolio.

Portfolio

ECED 191

Excellent Fair Poor

0

Score

Demonstrates competency in observation, assessment, and child development

Inclusion of artifacts reflecting the highest understanding of

child development, observation, and assessment.

Inclusion of artifacts reflecting

development and movement toward

mastery of performance.

Inclusion of artifacts reflecting

a beginning level of performance.

 /20

Meets required assignment criteria Meets or Exceeds all

requirement criteria.Meets a majority of

criteria.Does not meet

criteria.  /20

DAP Artifacts presented using DAP Language that is

understandable to parents or defined.

Some artifacts presented using

understandable DAP language.

Does not use DAP language or is not easily understood.

/20

PresentationVery professional, neat, parent-

friendlyMeets the majority of presentation criteria

Not professional, neat, &/or parent-

friendly/20

Parent Rubric Score From Parent Rubric Form /20

TOTAL /100

Grading Rubric for the parent to fill out, after the presentation of the portfolio:Instructions for the parent: Please use the following table to assess the effectiveness of the student’s presentation of the portfolio to you. Student should be dressed professionally in business casual dress (no t-shirts or jeans). Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for helping my student practice teaching skills with you and your child. Cathy 509-533-3619 catherine.meier@sfcc.spokane.edu

Excellent Fair PoorContent knowledge

Student clearly explained my child’s developmental progress in the presentation in a way I was able to understand. Student was able to answer most, if not all, of my questions about the portfolio. 9 or 10 pts.

Student sometimes explained my child’s developmental progress in the presentation in a way I was able to understand. Student some of my questions about the portfolio.2-8 pts.

Student did not explain my child’s developmental progress in the presentation in a way I was able to understand. Student was not able to answer my questions about the portfolio. 0-1 pt.

/10

Presentation of the portfolio

Student seemed completely prepared and has obviously rehearsed; Student had enthusiasm about the project; Student spoke clearly. 5 pts.

Student seemed somewhat prepared; Student had some enthusiasm about the project; Student sometimes spoke clearly. 3 pts.

Student was not prepared; Student had little or no enthusiasm about the project; Student did not speak clearly. 0 or 1 pt.

/5

Profession-alism

Dressed appropriately-Business casual dress; Prepared for the presentation 5 pts.

Could have dressed somewhat more professional; Somewhat prepared for the presentation. 3 pts.

Dress not professional or appropriate for a parent meeting. 0 or 1 pt.

/5

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