Playbook revised August 26, 2024
License renewal link
Mentor
Discuss smart time-saving grading practices
Inform provisional educators that by January HR will send an email that about the renewal of their license. The provisional educators are to keep track of PD and classes that will be needed for renewal.
Share info on snow closures days/inside recess procedures
Discuss tips on how to avoid burnout during this time of year
Help them keep healthy perspective by advocating for the profession
Plan for class changes at the upcoming semester
Discuss student successes and concerns
Review and reflect on JPAS goals
Discuss concerns about students who might be struggling or needing interventions
Complete the first observation and discuss plans to meet goals set
Provide emotional support as needed
Possible Discussion Questions
What is working for you right now in your classroom? Are there other porvisional educators that can benefit from that?
When are your students most interested in learning? How do you capitalize on that time?
What do you most enjoy about teaching, and why do you think that is so?
What can I do to assist you right now that would reduce your anxiety?