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Welcome to Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME Teacher Induction & Mentoring Experience 2018 -2019

Mission Statement The mission of Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME (Teacher Induction and Mentoring Experience) is to support the success of teachers, whether new to the profession or simply new to the district, as well as the veteran teachers who mentor them; thus, providing improved instructional practices and increased student achievement resulting in “Quality Education for All Learners. ”

Contact Information Tracy Oliveira Director of Teaching and Learning 8 Bush Street Dartmouth, MA 02747 508 -997 -3391 Ext. 1107 tracyoliveira@dartmouthschools. org

AGENDA Day 1 q q q q q Welcome Overview of Project TIME Reimbursement Procedure (Nellie Affonso) Break Suicide Training (Alison Caito-Galligan) LUNCH!! Rubicon Curriculum (Carl Robidoux) Skillful Teachers (Catherine Pavao) Spotlights

AGENDA Day 2 q q q q q Welcome Dartmouth Educators Association (Renee Vieira) District Improvement Plan & Policies ALICE Training LUNCH!! Teacher Evaluation (Ross Thibault) Teach. Point Aspen and AESOP (Hallie Larocque) Spotlights & Review

Introductions

Project TIME Teacher Induction & Mentoring Experience 2018 -2019

Induction vs. Mentoring Induction is a process. Ø Mentoring is an action. Ø Induction provides group support. Ø Mentoring provides one-on-one support. Ø Induction focuses on a broad district-wide perspective. Ø Mentoring focuses on individual teachers. Ø Induction programs may or may not have a mentoring component. Ø Mentoring is a useful component of an induction program. Ø

The Law Says… Ø “All school districts are required to provide an induction program for all teachers in their first year of practice [603 CMR 7. 12]. ” l l Orientation Mentors Support Team Release Time

The Research Says… Ø “Studies have shown the single greatest effect on student achievement is teacher quality. ” U. S. Department of Education. (2004). A guide to education and No Child Left Behind. Washington, DC: Author.

Ø 14% of first time teachers quit in their first year; 33% will leave within 3 years; and after 5 years, 50% of all new teachers will have exited the profession. Ingersoll, R. (2003). Is there really a teacher shortage? University of Washington: Center for the Study of Teaching and Policy.

Mission Statement The mission of Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME (Teacher Induction and Mentoring Experience) is to support the success of teachers, whether new to the profession or simply new to the district, as well as the veteran teachers who mentor them; thus, providing improved instructional practices and increased student achievement resulting in “Quality Education for All Learners. ”

Role of the Mentor Teacher… Meet regularly with assigned new teacher(s) Ø Maintain a level of confidentiality & objectivity Ø Reinforce school/district policies & procedures Ø Refer teacher to other support personnel, as needed Ø Be willing to observe and to be observed Ø Provide constructive feedback Ø Serve as a resource Ø Be a reflective practitioner Ø Attend meetings related to Project TIME Ø Participate in evaluation of Project TIME Ø

Role of New Teacher… Meet regularly with assigned mentor Ø Welcome support from mentor Ø Maintain a level of confidentiality & objectivity Ø Follow school/district policies & procedures Ø Be willing to observe and to be observed Ø Be open to constructive feedback Ø Be a reflective practitioner Ø Attend meetings related to Project TIME Ø Participate in evaluation of Project TIME Ø

Role of Director of Mentoring… Keep up to date with the research base on induction and mentoring Ø Assist in the training of mentors Ø Communicate regularly with mentors and new teachers Ø Act as a liaison to principals and administration Ø Maintain a level of confidentiality & objectivity Ø Plan meetings related to Project TIME Ø Plan and implement evaluation of Project TIME Ø

Typical Induction Activities August (before the start of the school year): Ø Meet Mentors and tour building Introductory Meeting Ø Ø Ø Greetings Project TIME Overview DEA Introduction District Initiatives District Policies

Welcome Back Meeting (day before school begins for students): Pre-Gathering Ø Mentors and mentees meet before joining the district faculty Ø Mentees receive corsage/boutonnière Ø Mentors accompany mentees to Welcome Back Activities

September (First School Committee Meeting): Pre-Gathering Ø Mentors and mentees meet with School Committee Members prior to scheduled meeting School Committee Meeting Ø Mentors and Mentees are formally introduced to School Committee Members

Induction Meetings: Ø Emergency Planning – ALICE Ø Technology Ø Curriculum Ø Behavioral Strategies Ø Special Education Laws and Regulations Ø Prepare for Year 2

Project TIME Induction SCHEDULE

One on One with Mentor Ø Goal Setting Ø Individual Professional Development Plan Ø Report Cards Ø Parent Communication/Open House Ø Curriculum

The Beginning Teacher & The “New” Experienced Teacher

Beginning Teacher Needs What does the research say? Managing the classroom/Discipline Ø Motivating students Ø Meeting students’ individual needs Ø Communicating with parents Ø Planning class work Ø Evaluating student work Ø Organizing the classroom Ø Coping with the workload Ø Relating with colleagues Ø

The “New” Experienced Teacher Ø School Culture Logistical Support l Emotional and Social Support of Professional Development l Support of Content Knowledge, Pedagogy, and Reflection l

Phases of First Year Teachers’ Attitudes Towards Teaching Anticipatio n Anticipati on Reflecti on HEL! Surviv al Rejuvenati on Disillusionm ent Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Moir, E. (1990). Phases of first year teachers’ attitudes towards teaching. University of CA, Santa Cruz: New Teacher Center. Aug

YEAR 2 Moving from Initial to Professional License

Fold the Line

Reimbursement Procedure

BREAK

Suicide Prevention Training

LUNCH

Rubicon

Curriculum

Spotlight & Evaluation Ø Staff Spotlight– karenscorpio@dartmouthschools. org

Welcome Back Day 2 Dartmouth Public Schools Project TIME Teacher Induction & Mentoring Experience 2018 -2019

AGENDA Day 2 q q q q q Welcome Dartmouth Educators Association (Renee Vieira) District Improvement Plan & Policies ALICE Training LUNCH!! Teacher Evaluation (Ross Thibault) Teach. Point Aspen and AESOP (Hallie Larocque) Spotlights & Review