In what ways can you relate...
I loved the first article about 5 reasons mentors are needed. SH seems to be. getting experienced teachers, but I have found that my interns definitely need to learn our school's culture. I spend significant time helping interns learn infrastructure and key personnel. I think filling these knowledge gaps aid in teacher retention.
Where do my strengths lie
I am confidential. Through this program, I've have interns share their personal struggles and I feel I've been able to help with school/work balances. To me, they are a whole person, not just a teacher. I'm good at 'not sweating the small stuff' and feel I can help interns not focus on aspects of the job that hold less importance.
In what ways will I need additional support
As stated earlier, having common plan time is essential. I love being able to check in during the day to see how things are going. These check-ins help guide our mentor work outside of the school day.
I loved the first article about 5 reasons mentors are needed. SH seems to be. getting experienced teachers, but I have found that my interns definitely need to learn our school's culture. I spend significant time helping interns learn infrastructure and key personnel. I think filling these knowledge gaps aid in teacher retention.
Where do my strengths lie
I am confidential. Through this program, I've have interns share their personal struggles and I feel I've been able to help with school/work balances. To me, they are a whole person, not just a teacher. I'm good at 'not sweating the small stuff' and feel I can help interns not focus on aspects of the job that hold less importance.
In what ways will I need additional support
As stated earlier, having common plan time is essential. I love being able to check in during the day to see how things are going. These check-ins help guide our mentor work outside of the school day.