Educator Preparation
Educator Preparation Programs
The Clemmer College of Education and Human Development's Educator Preparation Programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). In addition, programs are accredited or approved by the Tennessee State Department of Education.
The mission of Clemmer College of Education and Human Development at East Tennessee State University is to support a diverse student experience through research and service on campus and in the community. Through research, scholarship, and partnership with school and human service organizations, the college is committed to promoting human development for global society through engaged citizenship and life-long learning.
The Office of Educator Preparation (OEP) provides comprehensive support to candidates from their initial clinical experience through the Residency year and culminating in a recommendation for teacher licensure. OEP facilitates connections between students across the state and over 40 LEA partners, enabling meaningful, in-person field and clinical experiences. The Office of Educator Preparation is comprised of a knowledgeable team dedicated to supporting students throughout their educational programs. The team includes the Director of Field Experience & Residency, the Certification Coordinator, the Educator Preparation Coordinator, and the Placement Coordinator. While each team member has distinct responsibilities, they work collaboratively with one another—as well as with university and community partners—to create a cohesive experience that prepares students for successful careers in education. The mission of the Office of Educator Preparation is to exemplify a student-centered community of learning and development. The Office of Educator Preparation is committed to upholding high standards and fostering a balance between academic knowledge and professional practice through a process of continuous improvement.
Field Experience News & Updates
Online Field experience Placement Request Form (Step 1)
- Due by September 15th
Background Check Package - Fingerprinting + 3 forms (Step 2)
- Due by September 15th
Field Experience Confirmation (Step 3)
- Forward the reply you receive from your mentor teacher to edprep@etsu.edu to confirm your placement with our office.
Field Experience Verification Form (Step 4)
- Due by the last day of classes for the semester on December 4th.
- Email the signed form (no electronic signatures) to the Office of Educator Preparation at edprep@etsu.edu
Residency News & Updates
Pre-Residency Dates
- July 14, 2025 - August 22, 2025
Residency I Begins
- August 25, 2025
Spotlighting Residency Candidates
Trinity Jones
Pictured is Trinity Jones, Residency candidate, mentored by Faith Burton, at North Side Elementary School.
On Thursday, September 16, fifth grade students took part in a Three-Act Task that allowed them to solve a multi-step problem involving addition and multi-digit multiplication, a fifth grade standard they were currently learning.
Kaitlyn Bailey
Pictured are Kaitlyn Bailey, Unicoi Elementary RITE Intern, and mentor, Laura Fletcher.
Ms. Bailey recently taught 2nd graders how to compare the most important points of two topics. The students learned to describe the importance of the Chinese New Year and how it compared to the American New Year by completing a Venn Diagram activity and then writing a paragraph describing similarities. Students also illustrated their details on a Chinese New Year Lantern.
