1. "The mentee’s goals should inform and govern the plan.” This makes me think about the habit “begin with the end in mind.” The “end” should not be what my goals are for teaching the mentee, but rather his/her goals as a new educator. I have already thought about certain aspects of teaching that I am excited to share with my mentee, but after meeting with, listening to, and working to understand my mentee, I will reevaluate. This is similar to how, as teachers, we must effectively plan our lessons after reflecting on the changing needs of our students.
2. One thing that stood out to me about the self-assessment inventory questions was that it was difficult for me to think of just one person who has been a mentor to me. During my first year at Sweet Home, I was the only new-hire at my building, yet I quickly felt surrounded by helpful people who have shaped me to be the teacher I am today. The qualities of these mentors have been 1) very encouraging and supportive and 2) responsive to my questions and goals.
3. I am still learning how to effectively utilize technology in my classroom. If my mentee is interested in learning more about certain apps or programs that I am unfamiliar with, I will seek help from others who have more of an expertise in this area.
2. One thing that stood out to me about the self-assessment inventory questions was that it was difficult for me to think of just one person who has been a mentor to me. During my first year at Sweet Home, I was the only new-hire at my building, yet I quickly felt surrounded by helpful people who have shaped me to be the teacher I am today. The qualities of these mentors have been 1) very encouraging and supportive and 2) responsive to my questions and goals.
3. I am still learning how to effectively utilize technology in my classroom. If my mentee is interested in learning more about certain apps or programs that I am unfamiliar with, I will seek help from others who have more of an expertise in this area.