Apply on Time
The application process must be completed well in advance. It is wise for potential student teachers to begin the application process early.
Elementary Education Deadlines:
- Fall: February 15th
- Spring: September 15th
Secondary Education Deadlines:
- Fall: March 1st
- Spring: October 1st
Content Completion
Prerequisites
To be completed prior to submitting a student teaching application:
- Admitted to Teacher Education
- Major Courses, Minor Courses & Professional Education Courses
- ELED majors, must earn B- or above for each class
- SCED majors, must earn C or above for each class
- Current background check
*If not current:Background Check Instructions
Gather Supporting Documentation
- Resume - You can find resources and examples of professional resumes on the USU Career Design Center webpage. You will submit your resume to your mentor teacher and principal once you have been placed for student teaching, so please use this as an opportunity to showcase your professionalism and experience.
- Complete the USBE Ethics Review
- Advisor Approval Form - Gather Signatures from your Major & Minor Advisors. Meet with your Teacher Education STEP Advisor to finish the application.
Elementary/Early Childhood Education Advisor Approval Form
Secondary Education Advisor Approval Form
Apply for Student Teaching
File your application and attach your application materials:
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the director of Field Experiences, Sharla Hart, at sharla.hart@usu.edu or 435-797-2222.
I applied. Now what?
Next Steps:
Apply for Graduation on time
Check the deadlines for your graduation semester:
Apply for the Utah Educator License
Before your graduation date, fill out the application:
Apply for the Utah Student Teaching Stipend
USBE Stipend Information
Visit the Career Design Center
Meet with a Career Specialist to prepare your resume, cover letters, and interview skills before you apply for jobs. This free USU service is available to all students and alumni!
Attend USU's Education Career Fair
Every Spring semester, USU holds an Education Career Fair in the TSC Ballroom for students looking for teaching positions. There are also Statewide Education Career fairs you can attend throughout the state of Utah. Bring 60-80 printed resumes and prepare for short 15-minute interviews with the school districts you're interested in!
Search Open Positions on the Utah Teacher Job Board
Note: Some School Districts do not use the K-12 Job Spot page. You can see openings on each School District's employment page.