Education Department
Observation Guidelines

Students placed in a field based classroom setting with children for observations must demonstrate professional behavior at all times.
The following guidelines must be demonstrated.
* Confidentiality, dependability and accountability in the college classroom and at the observation site.
* Respect for property belonging to individuals, the college and observation sites.
* Evidence of appropriate personal health care, emotional health, stability and a professional demeanor at all times.
* The ability to separate personal issues and habits from interactions with children and staff.
* Respect for cultural and individual differences.
* Respect for the learning environment and avoid the use of cell phones, texting, use of I-pods, pagers or any electronic device at the observation site.
* Honesty in all paperwork including times and signatures.
* Attend observation site each week as agreed upon.
* Courtesy in notifying the observation site in the event that one is unable to attend the agreed upon day/time of observation hours.
* Adherence to SUNY Orange�s student code of conduct.
I have read and understand the above Observation Guidelines and I agree to adhere to the guidelines as stated.  I recognize that failure to follow the guidelines, as stated above, will result in a meeting with the course instructor and Field Placement Coordinator, and if necessary, the department chairperson to discuss the possibility of receiving a failing grade or withdrawing from the course which would postpone a potential graduation date by at least a year.
Student Signature: ______________________________________________________________
Student Name (please print): ______________________________________________________
Course: _______________________________________________________________________
Course Instructor: _______________________________________________________________
Date: _________________________________________________________________________