Student Teaching and University Fieldwork / Practicum
El Segundo Unified School District enjoys partnerships with universities in preparing future educators.
University Partnerships for Student Teaching
| University | Program | Expires |
| Brandman University | Counseling Program | 8/31/2023 |
| California State University, Dominguez Hills | Counseling Program | 2/9/2024 |
| California State University, Fullerton | School Nurse Program | 12/31/2023 |
| California State University, Long Beach | Teaching, Administration, Counseling, Psychology | until terminated |
| California State University, Los Angeles | Teaching, Counseling, Psychology | 6/30/2023 |
| Chapman University | Communication Sciences (SLP) | 12/18/2022 |
| Grand Canyon University | Teacher Preparation Program | 6/30/2023 |
| Loma Linda University | Communication Sciences (SLP) | 12/31/2024 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Teacher Preparation Program | 8/30/2024 |
| Marymount California University | Teaching, Administration, Counseling, Psychology | 6/30/2024 |
| National University School of Education | Teacher Preparation Program | 6/30/2023 |
| Pepperdine University | Teacher Preparation Program | 7/31/2024 |
| Western Governors University | Teacher Preparation Program | 6/30/2023 |
Procedures for University Students Interested in Student Teaching or Fieldwork in ESUSD
- Submit requests for placement to the Executive Director of Human Resources; dfarris@esusd.net, (310) 615-2650, ext. 1510.
- A current university agreement must be on file prior to approving student teaching placement or fieldwork.
- If placement is mutually agreeable, the candidate must complete an on-boarding process before entering a classroom.
On-Boarding for Student Teachers and Fieldwork:
On-boarding will be facilitated by personnel from the Office of Human Resources. The required steps are as follows:
- Complete a criminal background check at the expense of the applicant. This must be done for ESUSD exclusively, prior fingerprints do not satisfy the requirement.
- Satisfy TB clearance.
- Complete required forms and receipt of District policies.
- Complete required online orientation modules.
- Be approved by the Board of Education prior to beginning the assignment.