West Hawaii
Teacher Induction & Mentoring Program

Teachers are one of the most precious commodities in a school. Principals know that hiring and retaining the best of the best is of the utmost importance. However, the demands that are put on new teachers, in particular, can make this an especially difficult endeavor. Without the right supports, it can be difficult for new teachers to find their place. Beyond hiring there are high-leverage actions that principals can take to make new teachers a priority. Specifically, principals must be in new teachers' classrooms from day one, intentionally assign mentors, reduce isolation, assist with classroom management, and support within a formal induction framework. A supportive principal can make the difference between success and frustration for first-year teachers.  Here are some things you can do:

• • • • Collaborate with mentors to provide support and improve beginning teacher practice and student achievement

      • Share induction program, roles, responsibilities, expectations with faculty   

      • Collaborate with mentors to have beginning teachers apprised of school level policies and procedures

      • Support the development of the mentor’s role and respect the confidential relationship of the mentor and beginning teacher

      • Communicate with I & M Resource Teachers to develop supports for school level programs

      • Observes beginning teachers’ classrooms and provide formative feedback to develop instructional practice

Honoka'a - Kealakehe - Kohala - Konawaena