Mentor Selection Criteria
Teaching Experience:
A minimum of 3 years successful teaching experience, and possession of a Clear Teaching Credential, including appropriate EL authorization
Knowledge of the current California adopted P-12 content standards, frameworks, and accountability systems
Knowledge of effective instructional practices; current district curriculum; formative and summative assessment strategies; and student feedback practices.
Supporting New Teachers:
Knowledge of context and/or content area of the Participating Teacher’s assignment
An understanding of the developmental needs of Participating Teachers and a willingness to meet PTs needs for support
knowledge of UDL and supporting the broad range of student needs in California classrooms
Supporting Diversity:
Knowledge of diversity in society, including diverse abilities, culture, language, ethnicity, and gender identity and sexual orientation; including
experience with effective instruction and differentiation strategies for working with English Language Learners
demonstrated success in supporting students with disabilities
understanding of the impact of historical inequities in education related to ethnicity
actively works to promote the value of diversity
knowledge and commitment to Culturally Responsive Teaching pedagogy
Knowledge of gender identity, sexual orientation, student rights and commitment to support all students
Professional Community:
Demonstrated commitment to professional learning, collaboration, and serving as a teacher leader in support of individual, site, and district goals.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, and valuing of multiple perspectives
A belief in the role of Mentor as both teacher and learner
Commitment to attend and actively participate in monthly Induction mentor meetings