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
Eligible Candidates
To get started, eligible candidates must complete the following steps:
- Complete the online HR background check (select Human Resources);
- Complete the Classroom Observation Request form;
- Obtain the acceptance letter from the alternative program describing the observation request requirement or the course syllabus describing required observation hours for the class.
- Submit the observation request form AND the observation requirement at the same time to Kia Crosby via email at KiaCrosby@misdmail.org or by fax at 817-548-2153.
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.