Information for Current Music Education Students

Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in teacher certification programs should download the Teacher Certification Handbook and read carefully to understand the requirements. The handbook contains important information about the path to certification, including the work experience requirement, formal review, state requirements, and student teaching. All necessary forms are included in the handbook. Students should contact their assigned music education faculty advisor every semester to schedule an advising appointment.

Handbook & Checklist

Teacher Certification Program Application

Documentation of Work Experience Google Form
Letter of Recommendation Google Form
Criminal Background Check Instructions
Bloodborne Pathogens Training Instructions

Student Teaching Application

Criminal Affidavit Form for the Student Teaching Term
Student Teaching Sample Resume
Student Teaching Sample Cover Letter

Information for Student Teachers

Guidelines & Standards for Student Teaching
Ethical Obligations of Teaching
Substitute Teaching by Student Teachers
First Aid and Child/Adult CPR Approved Providers
Certification Requirements by State
MTTC Testing Information

Information for Mentor Teachers

Mentor Teacher and Supervisor Handbook
Guidelines for Mentor Teachers
Substitute Teaching by Student Teachers
Teacher Certification Program Competencies
Mentor Teacher Student Teaching Assessment Form

Information for University Supervisors

Mentor Teacher and Supervisor Handbook
Roles & Responsibilities of the Music Education Supervisor
University Supervisor Student Teaching Assessment Form

Music Education Associations & Conferences

National Association for Music Education
Michigan Music Education Association
Michigan School Vocal Music Association
American Choral Directors Association
Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association
Michigan Music Conference
Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic