Becoming a Teacher
Support for all teacher education students at UNI
The Educator Preparation Program team assists all UNI students working toward a teaching degree, particularly in terms of placement, assessment and preparation for licensure. We're here to:
- orient and guide you toward formal admission to Teacher Education
- work with you, teacher education faculty, mentor teachers and school districts to secure and support your placements for clinical experiences, internships and student teaching
- assist you in monitoring your progress
- prepare you for final steps toward licensure upon completion of your degree
Have a question? Contact us at PlacementsOffice@uni.edu or 319-273-7225.
The Educator Preparation Program Team
The Educator Preparation Program team, housed within the College of Education, serves all UNI Teacher Education students on your road to becoming a teacher, including coordination of placements and monitoring assessments. They work with you and our faculty, mentor teachers and school districts to work toward a successful outcome.
- Karinne Tharaldson, assistant dean, educator preparation
- Wendy Jennings, placement specialist
- Mindy Noble, secretary III
- Callie Paar, secretary III
Karinne Tharaldson, MA
Assistant Dean, Educator Preparation
Email Karinne Tharaldson, MA →
319-273-5475
Wendy Jennings
Clerk IV
Email Wendy Jennings →
319-273-3721
Mindy Noble
Secretary III
Email Mindy Noble →
(319) 273-3342
Callie Paar
Secretary III
Email Callie Paar →
319-273-2618