Induction Program Overview
The Acalanes Union High School District provides an induction program that provides new teachers with the knowledge and skills to become reflective and equity-centered
public school educators and leaders.
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What is Teacher Induction?
The Teacher Induction Program is designed to support new educators in their first and second years of teaching. Induction is a job-embedded professional development program that pairs a novice teacher with a highly qualified and experienced Mentor. The Mentor provides personalized guidance, instructional coaching and resources to support Induction Candidates engage in a reflective inquiry process to meet the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP). The Induction program is fully funded by the District, with no cost to the teacher.
Upon completion of the two year Induction Program, candidates will be recommended to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) to be granted a California Clear Credential. A one year Early Completion Option (ECO) is available to experienced and exemplary teachers.
What are the Benefits of Being Enrolled in the AUHSD Induction Program?
Job-Embedded Professional Growth: Targeted support for teacher development, aligned with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession (CSTP).
Personalized Mentorship: Weekly collaborative meetings with a highly qualified and supportive Mentor.
Inquiry-Driven Professional Learning: Engage in a professional development program that encourages exploration and learning through inquiry.
Earn CTC Certification: A structured pathway to obtain a California Clear
Credential.
Completely Free: The AUHSD Induction program is fully funded, meaning there are no out-of-pocket costs to participating candidates.
Induction Staff
Molly Kerr, Coordinator of New Teacher Support is responsible for the ongoing oversight and coordination of the Induction Program. If you are a Participating Teacher or Mentor in the program or have questions about AUHSD's Induction program, please contact Molly.
Email: mkerr@auhsdschools.org
Shelly Hadley, Executive Assistant in Administrative Services works in collaboration with the Coordinator of New Teacher Support to both identify eligible candidates for Induction and to ensure candidates are successfully recommended to the CTC for a Clear Credential once they have completed the program.
Email: shadley@auhsdschools.org
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