Transcript Role of the Mentor Teacher (Powerpoint)

Roles and
Responsibilities
of the Mentor
Teacher
Characteristics of Effective Mentor Teachers
 open-minded
 ability to reflect on their own practice
 flexible
 willing to learn and change
 good listening skills
 empathy
 helping attitude
 effective practitioners
Eileen
Hogan
Prerequisite Skills for Successful Mentors
Read pages 23-25 in the Student Teaching Book.
 competent classroom teacher
 model appropriate skills and attitudes
 can articulate reasons for teaching decisions
 willingness to share the classroom with an
intern
Communication Skills
Read Student Teacher Book pages 26-28.
• Encourage your intern to
ask questions
• Positively reinforce desired behaviors
and attitudes
• Make notes so you will remember
things you want to discuss
• Let the coordinator know of
any questions or concerns
you have
Building Trust with PDS Interns
Read pages 29-33 in the Student Teaching Book.
 treat the intern with respect
 follow PDS procedures
 communicate your expectations clearly
 demonstrate concern for the intern
 demonstrate positive regard for the intern
Expectations for PDS Mentor Teachers
Review pages 26 and 27 in the PDS
Procedures Book.
 Assist in the intern interview process
 Complete required training
 Teaching
 Assessment of the intern
 Lifelong learning
Two things to remember
•
You are providing the opportunity
for your intern to be successful in
your classroom. You cannot
guarantee his or her success.
•
Your first responsibility is to the
students in your own class.