The Office of Student Teaching and Field Experience
Spring 2027 Student Teaching Application
Open from August 24 - September 11, 2026
Mandatory Pre-Service Teacher Permit
Any student enrolled in courses that require field hours or student teaching placement must get a Pre-Service Teacher Permit.
To obtain the permit, see details.
Mandatory BCI/FBI background check
Any courses that require field hours or student teaching placement will need to get their BCI/FBI background check.
We have partnered with UA's School of Counseling to offer this service on campus, see details.
Resources Cards
Student Teaching Resources
Student teachers, cooperating teachers, and college supervisors are urged to follow the links within these pages for additional information and materials that will enhance the student teaching experience.
Field Experience
All teacher education students are required to participate satisfactorily in clinical and field-based experiences prior to recommendation for licensure for teaching in Ohio. All placements in field experiences are made by the Office of Student Teaching and Field Experience and assigned by course instructors.
What is expected of you during field experience? (Tips on professional behavior, appearance, legal/ethical issues)
University Supervisors & Mentor Teachers
The role of a University Supervisor or Mentor Teacher is critical to the development and success of our students. The following pages are resources that will support you in your role.
Meet The Staff
Contact Information
The University of Akron
LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education
Zook Hall 238
Akron, OH 44325-4203
Phone: 330-972-6494
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Zook Hall
310 Buchtel Commons Akron, OH 44325-4205