Observation Requests

Individuals are eligible to complete classroom observations in Mansfield ISD if they are:

• Currently enrolled in a teacher degree program at a four-year college or university
• Currently enrolled in a Junior College education course
• Currently seeking certification through an Alternative Certification Program

Observation Request Guidelines

• Classroom observations may be scheduled from September to April.
• Observation requests will not be processed after April 1.
• All requests for classroom observations are subject to space and availability.
• At any point during the school year, we reserve the right to deny classroom observers. based on the number of requests received and District calendar of events.
• Mansfield ISD does not offer summer classroom observations.

Observer Clearance Guidelines

• Human Resources will notify the applicant when the request is approved via email of the Observation Clearance form.
• Observation hours must be completed during the approved time frame.
• Observation hours are limited to 32 hours within thirty (30) calendar days per school year.
• Do not request hours in advance of your availability to complete the hours within the approved thirty (30) day period.
• Extensions for observation hours will not be granted and duplicate observation request forms will not be processed.

Observer Responsibilities

• Observers are responsible for contacting the campus of choice and scheduling observation hours within the approved timeframe. 
• Observers are required to bring the Observation Clearance form and valid identification to the campus assignment. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from observation opportunities.
• Mansfield ISD teachers do not verify observation hours. It is the responsibility of the Observer to obtain and maintain verification signatures for documentation purposes.