AUHSD Induction Team

Dr. John Nickerson, Superintendent, Unit Head of Induction Program.

Amy McNamara, Deputy Superintendent of Administrative Services, provides a high level of administrative oversight of the Induction Program. 

John Walker, Associate Superintendent of Educational Services, who oversees all AUHSD areas of Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Technology and Professional Development, is responsible for supervising the Coordinator of New Teacher Support to ensure that the Induction Program is fulfilling its institutional obligations.

Molly Kerr, Coordinator of New Teacher Support is responsible for the ongoing oversight and coordination of the Induction Program, which includes recruiting, training and supervising Induction Mentors. The Coordinator of New Teacher Support will meet regularly with the Associate Superintendent of Educational Services and Administratives Services to ensure that the AUHSD Induction Program is successful in helping candidates achieve growth as educators, in alignment with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession.

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 ensure candidates are recommended to the CTC for a Clear Credential once they have completed the program.

Induction Mentors provide collegial support and professional guidance to new teachers participating in AUHSD’s Induction Program. Induction Mentors are California certified teachers, who are exemplary instructors and leaders.