Conflict Resolution

Interpersonal problems sometimes occur as Student Teachers progress through the credential program. In resolving interpersonal problems, the first step is to always speak to the person with whom one is experiencing difficulty. If that does not resolve the issue, Student Teachers should go to the next level of protocol. For example, if a Student Teacher has difficulty with a University Professor or Cooperating Teacher (and has tried to resolve the issue with that person unsuccessfully), he/she should next go to the Program Director. If that is unsuccessful, the Student Teacher should then go to the Dean. If the problem is not resolved at that level, and the Teacher-Candidate wishes to take the matter further, he/she should continue through the University’s grievance process. Please see the following for more information: https://www.usuniversity.edu/current-students/academic-policies-and-procedures/