Induction/Mentoring Program

Responsibility - Mentors

Mentors undergo a careful selection process and receive rigorous training in the induction of new teachers and teacher development. The term for a mentor is five years.

Mentors meet the following criteria:

are recognized by peers and administrators as exemplary classroom teachers and teacher leaders;
have at least five years successful teaching experience;
possess effective interpersonal and communication skills;
demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning;
demonstrate respect for multiple perspectives;
have experience working with adult learners and providing professional development;
are aware of district and state resources and standards; and, demonstrate knowledge of curriculum, instruction and assessment;
preferably holds a master’s degree.

Mentor roles and responsibilities include the following:

Roles

Facilitator
Collaborator
Coach
Advocate
Trusted Listener

Responsibilities

Develop a trusting and reflective professional partnership with 12-16 participating teachers
Provide weekly on-site support to each participating teacher, approximately 1.5 hours per teacher per week
Coach and assist participating teachers with curriculum development, classroom management, instructional strategies, assessment of student performance, and all aspects of their professional growth
Assist participating teachers to develop and adjust their Individual Learning Plan based on InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards
Plan, participate in, and facilitate support and training activities for beginning teachers
Participate in on-going professional development to support and enhance their mentoring skills
Communicate program vision and components to site administrators at the beginning of the school year
Maintain confidentiality
Complete an end-of-the-year program evaluation