A paired placement is a time for collaboration, support and growth. A paired placement is when 2 student teachers are paired up with the same mentor teacher. Research has shown that the paired placement increases opportunity for collaboration and differentiation for students. Candidates in the Multiple Subject program may be in a paired placement for at least one placement.
Both you and your partner plan every lesson together with your Mentor Teacher
The three of you will work together to analyze student work and progress
As you and your partner take on greater responsibility
Include your partner in all lesson plans
Some lessons you will be the lead teacher and your partner will help with differentiation
Some lessons you will co-teach
Both participate in teaching the lesson