1. After watching the TedX video, there are a few things that stand out. One being the time needed to be a great mentor. Kenneth emphasizes the significance of spending significant face to face time together. Oftentimes people with great intentions to do not provide enough time to those they would like to mentor. This time together is essential to build the relationship and trust Another aspect is the importance of having a plan for your mentorship. Just like educators within the classroom, things do not progress without a plan. A key to this plan is that it should be based on the goals of the person being mentored, not a predetermined plan.
2. Based on the Self-Assessment Inventory, one mentor truly stood out for me. She served as my cooperating teacher for my student teaching placement, was essentially in the hiring process for my first job, and then served as my official mentor my first year of teaching. From day one, she was kind, patient and taught me so many of the core beliefs I still hold about our profession. She truly dedicated so much of her time to supporting me and encouraging me. Her passion for this job was truly admirable and shaped who I am as an educator.
3. Collaboration is essential even as a mentor to others. One thing that might require creativity and/or support is finding the proper amount of time to support and mentor. As the video discussed, this time is so valuable and important.
2. Based on the Self-Assessment Inventory, one mentor truly stood out for me. She served as my cooperating teacher for my student teaching placement, was essentially in the hiring process for my first job, and then served as my official mentor my first year of teaching. From day one, she was kind, patient and taught me so many of the core beliefs I still hold about our profession. She truly dedicated so much of her time to supporting me and encouraging me. Her passion for this job was truly admirable and shaped who I am as an educator.
3. Collaboration is essential even as a mentor to others. One thing that might require creativity and/or support is finding the proper amount of time to support and mentor. As the video discussed, this time is so valuable and important.