In what ways can you relate to the information shared?
I am always looking for ways to be involved and be a leader. Being a mentor allows me to, as the 3rd article says, be a confidence builder. If I invest my time into my intern, I could be making them more comfortable, confident, and secure in their position which could have a positive impact on their career as a whole.
In what ways do you think you can support a new teacher?
I believe that I am very in tune to the culture of my building. Overall, I would say the teachers in my building have cultivated a collaborative and supportive climate that I have been fortunate to be able to benefit from professionally and personally. I would like to think that I can now pass this on to an intern and help them feel the support and feel a sense of belonging in the building.
Where do your strengths lie?
My strengths lie in collaboration with peers. As a special education teacher, I have to work with so many people in a given day. I have really had to hone in on my collaboration and communication skills as a result. I think that these skills would make me an ideal mentor.
I am always looking for ways to be involved and be a leader. Being a mentor allows me to, as the 3rd article says, be a confidence builder. If I invest my time into my intern, I could be making them more comfortable, confident, and secure in their position which could have a positive impact on their career as a whole.
In what ways do you think you can support a new teacher?
I believe that I am very in tune to the culture of my building. Overall, I would say the teachers in my building have cultivated a collaborative and supportive climate that I have been fortunate to be able to benefit from professionally and personally. I would like to think that I can now pass this on to an intern and help them feel the support and feel a sense of belonging in the building.
Where do your strengths lie?
My strengths lie in collaboration with peers. As a special education teacher, I have to work with so many people in a given day. I have really had to hone in on my collaboration and communication skills as a result. I think that these skills would make me an ideal mentor.