Mentor

"Coaches can be a mentor, especially to new professionals, to acclimate a teacher to a new environment in a social, emotional, and psychological sense. Joellen (Killion) tells us that mentoring means helping teachers understand who they are as members of a school community and feeling ready to meet the responsibilities as a teach." (Knight, 2020)

Phases of First-Year Teaching

This article by Ellen Moir discusses the challenges that first-year teachers face. Broken down into six phases that occur throughout the school year, the article details what new teachers may feel during a particular time frame and how instructional coaches can serve as mentors to support the new teachers. An excellent read for those who are working closely in the mentor role with one or more teachers.

This video clip shares excellent points for an instructional coach to think about as he or she works in the role of mentor. Additionally, the video includes a checklist for both the mentor and mentee to consider after a session together.

The Benefits of Mentoring video provides a brief explanation of the advantages to both the mentee and mentor in the relationship. Short but informative.