McKinney ISD welcomes student teachers and observers during the fall and spring semesters. To request a placement for student teaching or observing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 469-742-4117 or email the McKinney Connection Mentor Coordinator, Eartha Linson.

Student Teaching

Placement Requirements

• Written placement request from university or certification institution

  Request must indicate:

  • Description of the assignment
  • Certification level
  • Certification subject
  • Assignment starting and ending dates or total hours required
• Background check
  • Complete a volunteer application selecting Student Teacher as the position preference.
  • Access the application system.

Classroom and Clinical Observation

Placement Requirements

• Written placement request from university or certification institution

  Request must indicate:

  • Description of the assignment
  • Certification level
  • Certification subject
  • Assignment starting and ending dates or total hours required
• Background check
  • Complete a volunteer application selecting Observer as the position preference.
  • Access the application system.