As a student teacher in Fayette County Public Schools, you are an important part of our team and play a vital role in supporting our students and classrooms. We hope your experience in FCPS inspires you to begin your full-time teaching career with us after graduation.Β
Like all members of our district community, you are expected to be familiar with key district policies that guide our shared work. These policies are designed to ensure a safe, respectful, and equitable environment for everyoneβbecause ultimately, we all serve the same purpose: helping our students succeed and strengthening the community we proudly call home.Β
FCPS prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, or genetic information.
π Employee Handbook, Page 1, Paragraph 1
Report concerns to your cooperating teacher or building principal.
π Employee Handbook, Page 2, Paragraphs 2β3
Work Hours & EmergenciesΒ
What should I do if I have to miss a day?
Contact your cooperating teacher along with your university supervisor to let them know why and how long you will be away from school.
Work hours are determined by your school schedule.
π Employee Handbook, Page 7, Paragraph 1
School closings/delays are communicated through the website, email, phone alerts, and media.
π Employee Handbook, Page 9, Paragraph 2
University students must exhibit professional, respectful, and ethical behavior.
π Employee Handbook, Page 6, Paragraph 1
University students must safeguard confidential information concerning students and staff.
π Employee Handbook, Page 6, Paragraph 3
University students must report any suspicion of abuse or neglect.
π Employee Handbook, Page 6, Paragraph 4
Technology & SafetyΒ
Use of district tech must be job-related and comply with safety guidelines.
π Employee Handbook, Page 18, Paragraph 1
All weapons are strictly prohibited and may result in removal from your field experience or prosecution.
π Employee Handbook, Page 8, Paragraph 3
Why do I have to be fingerprinted again, even if I've been fingerprinted for another job?
FCPS requires all employees and university students serving for 100+ hours per semester to be fingerprinted through our designated process. This allows us to conduct a background check that meets the district's standards. Therefore, we cannot accept fingerprint records from other employers.Β