Overview

Observation Student Guidelines

Student Teacher Guidelines

Tyler ISD welcomes classroom observation students during the fall and spring semesters. Campus placements are determined by Tyler ISD central office staff. All placements are based on availability and spaces are limited. To request a placement for classroom observation, please follow the guidelines listed below: 

• Due to the volume of requests, Tyler ISD will only place individuals for observation who are in university based programs that lead directly to student teaching or a Teacher Certification Program. Tyler ISD is not able to place student observers from junior colleges;

• Only requests from colleges, universities and program coordinators will be accepted; 

• Students or representatives of the requesting program may not contact campus teachers or principals directly;

• All observation students are required to follow the Tyler ISD district dress code.

Fall Semester
Observation applications will be accepted March 1 through August 1. 

Spring Semester
Observation applications will be accepted October 1 through December 1.

• Criminal Background Form

• DPS Audit Form

• Observation Student Application

University and program coordinators should email the required forms to student-observationteacher@tylerisd.org or fax to 903.262.1173.

Need more information? Contact the Education Department at 903.262.1046.