Definition

Noun: A college student who is teaching in a classroom under the direct supervision and guidance of a certified, experienced teacher. This period of supervised teaching is a required component of a degree program in education, intended to provide practical, hands-on experience before full certification.

Usage

The term "practice teacher" refers specifically to the student in this training role. It is a compound noun. * The practice teacher led the reading lesson while her mentor observed. * His performance as a practice teacher was evaluated by the university supervisor. * The school welcomed three practice teachers from the local college this semester.

Advanced Usage

• The role is often part of a broader practicum or student teaching requirement.
• The relationship involves a cooperating teacher (the certified classroom teacher) and a university supervisor who oversee the practice teacher's work.

Variants and Related Words

• Student teacher: A very common synonym for "practice teacher."
• Teaching intern: A similar term, sometimes used interchangeably.
• Practicum student: A broader term that can include practice teachers and those in other field placements.

Synonyms

• Student teacher
• Teacher trainee
• Teaching candidate

Antonyms

• Certified teacher
• Mentor teacher
• Lead teacher

Related Phrases

• To complete a practice teaching placement: This phrase describes the action of fulfilling this requirement.
  • She will complete her practice teaching placement in the spring.
• Practice teaching period: Refers to the duration of the experience.
  • During his practice teaching period, he created several original lesson plans.

Noun

1. a college student who is teaching under the supervision of a certified teacher in order to qualify for a degree in education