The Collaborative Teacher Education Lab is part of the School of Education.
Pitt’s Teacher Education Program
Our teacher candidates thrive, supported by the invaluable guidance of both dedicated mentor teachers and experienced field-based coaches.
Our distinctive teacher candidate coaching program uniquely connects seasoned educators and administrators with aspiring teachers and their mentors throughout the crucial moments of their teacher preparation journey.
Why School Partnerships?
Why partnership matters for teacher education
- Broadly
- For children, families, and educators in Western Pennsylvania
Our coaching model
Our approach to coaching is unique in that…
Our Coaches
Our teacher candidate coaches have a diverse mix of experience to support teachers in every area.
School Hubs
Learn more about our hubs, the selection criteria, and the benefits to partner institutions.
Resources
Get free resources for coaching, developing partnerships, and recent presentations/publications.
Contact Us
If you are a PK-12 school administrator or teacher interested in learning more about or getting involved with Pitt’s innovative teacher education collab, we’d love to hear from you!
Please, contact:
- Emily Rainey | erainey@pitt.edu
- Cassie Quigley | cquigley@pitt.edu
- Michelle Sobolak | mjsobolak@pitt.edu