Coaching

Provisionally licensed teachers need more support than just one mentor can give, especially those who have not been traditionally trained. This includes understanding the effects of the disability in the classroom and how to complete paperwork.

Traditionally trained special educators need a bridge between the coursework and the real work inside the classroom. The classes and student teaching experiences give a general knowledge, but that also depends on whether the teacher had a great student teaching experience or not.

Administrators in charge of the special education department. Many have the knowledge of leadership, but because they do not have a background in special education, they are unable to support their entire department. Often that department is the biggest in the school.

Facilitate professional development for novice special education teachers. Professional development will give new special education teachers a heads up as to what they will need to do before they enter their respective buildings.

• • • How to speak to parents

    • How to navigate the file room

    • Tips on how to collaborate with their co-teachers

Facilitate professional development will give new teachers an opportunity to know what questions they need to ask their mentor, instead of not knowing and getting in trouble.

Offer one-on-one coaching for Special Education teachers, General Educators who work in the inclusion setting, and administrators in charge of the Special Education department for their school.