- In what ways can you relate to the information shared? The information shared in the 3 articles reminded me of how it feels to be a new teacher, and how that feeling lasts much longer than just the first year of teaching. It made me think that perhaps, the mentor/mentee relationship should be longer than just the first year. The first year of teaching is scary, stressful, exhilarating, and an absolute whirlwind. Teachers are learning about all the procedures the school follows for activities like Open House, Parent Conferences, Report Cards, Field Trips, Observations, etc. I feel that in year 2 the mentor and mentee could really start to shift the focus to best practices of teaching and student engagement.
- In what ways do you think you can support a new teacher. I believe that I can help a new teacher with not only all the procedures of day to day and month to month, but with looking at and focusing on student engagement and with that comes differentiation in order to meet students at their level and in turn keep everyone in engaged in the learning.
- Where do your strengths lie? My believe that I can stay positive and help a new teacher when they are feeling overwhelmed. I can help them determine the "must-do's", listen to their concerns and help them reflect on what is concerning them.
