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