Practicum / Field Experience Students - 2026-27 SY

Practicum / Field Experience Students - 2026-27 SY
Starting Date:

Immediately

Gonzales ISD is pleased to collaborate with universities and approved educator preparation programs to provide practicum and field experience opportunities for students pursuing careers in education, counseling, behavior therapy, social work, and related fields.

All practicum students must receive

pre-approval from the Human Resources Department prior to their first day on any GISD campus.

Please review the following information and procedures carefully.

Practicum Approval Process
1. Application Submission
The Practicum Student must complete and submit the GISD Practicum/Field Experience Application (25-26 SY).

Submission of the application will initiate the required background verification process.

2. Background Check & Fingerprinting
All practicum students must complete fingerprinting and a criminal history background check through the district’s approved vendor.

After the application is received, the HR Department will contact the student with instructions for obtaining a Fast Pass for fingerprinting.

Students may not begin practicum hours until fingerprinting and background clearance are completed and confirmed by HR.

3. University Documentation
Program Directors, Supervisors, or Coordinators must submit:

Official placement request or practicum verification letter

Required number of hours and semester dates

Scope of practicum responsibilities

University supervisor contact information

Proof of university-provided liability coverage

Placement requests and documentation should be submitted to:

Mary Lynn Ramirez
mary.ramirez@gonzalesisd.net

4. Campus Placement & Supervision
Practicum students must be assigned:

A designated campus supervisor

A defined schedule and scope of duties

Appropriate supervision at all times

Practicum students may not:

Be left unsupervised with students

Access confidential records without authorization

Provide independent counseling or instructional services unless permitted under program guidelines and supervised by qualified staff

5. Final Approval Notification
Once all requirements (application, background clearance, and university documentation) are complete, GISD Human Resources will notify the Practicum Student and Program Director/Supervisor of placement approval.

Students may not report to campus until written approval is issued.

Position Type:

Student Teacher

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Mary Lynn Ramirez , Director of Human Resources

HUMAN RESOURCES

Phone: 830-672-9551

Email: mary.ramirez@gonzalesisd.net

Job ID: 5809557

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