New Teachers
Beginning and Experienced
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All of the EOD new teacher support is provided within the New Teacher Pathway. The pathway is comprised of two years of induction, mentoring, and professional learning. Year one focuses on Building Strong Classroom Culture, while the focus for year two is Engaging Academics through Purposeful Lesson Preparation.
We at EOD know that many factors will contribute to the success of our early-career teachers, which is why we ensure all of our support helps increase teacher credibility, classroom management, and their sense of belonging, which has significant potential to positively impact student achievement.
New Teacher Coaches lead the charge and provide mentoring, professional learning, and individualized support during the two-year induction process.
NTP Overview.mp4New Teacher Pathway Overview
New Teacher Pathway Overview
Check out this short, informational video on the New Teacher Pathway to discover all of the resources and supports available to new teachers during their first two years with the District.
New Teacher Coaches: The Heart of Support
Jennifer Rios
High School ELA
Lisa Davis
Elementary
Mandy Yeoman Elementary/
Counseling
Tiffany Romero
Elementary
Megan Scalise
Middle/High School
Fine Arts
Cazandra Uy
Middle School Math
Key Influences that Impact Learning
Teacher Credibility, Classroom Management, and Belonging (oh my!)
Teacher Credibility, Classroom Management, and Belonging (oh my!)
The New Teacher Pathway is built upon four key influences, out of many, that have the potential to positively impact learning. EOD has chosen Teacher Credibility, Classroom Management, and Belonging as our focus and has centered all induction supports and professional growth opportunities around these influences. Each has an effect size over .40, which indicates they fall in the zone of desired effects. Not only do they have the potential to accelerate student learning, but they all contribute to Collective Efficacy as well!
Teacher Credibility
Teacher Credibility
Students want to know that their teachers are trustworthy, dynamic, knowledgeable, and responsive. This is the heart of teacher credibility.
Classroom Management
Classroom Management
This key influence encompasses many aspects that help create a productive learning environment, including having clear procedures and routines.
Belonging
Belonging
Knowing you belong and contribute to a group is an essential precursor to learning.
Culture precedes learning!
New Teacher Phases (AKA The Rollercoaster)
New Teacher Phases (AKA The Rollercoaster)
New teachers typically experience ups and downs during their early careers. A number of developmental phases have been identified. While not every teacher goes through the exact sequence described (or the exact time outlined), awareness of these phases can assist teachers as they manage the challenges of first-year teaching in the District.
We at EOD help communicate this rollercoaster of phases directly to our new teachers and their site-based mentors, along with practical strategies to navigate each phase. We make efforts to time out our events to provide curated support at key times during the year. Want more information on the phases? Check out our New Teacher Planner (first page after the calendar).
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