1. New Teacher Induction Academy Data Collection November 30, 2011
New Teacher Induction Program
St. Mary’s County Public Schools
New Teacher Induction Academy Data Collection November 30, 2011

2. A Multi-Faceted Approach to Support
Targeted PD in teachers’ content provides differentiation for instructional support.
Instructional mentors assigned for first two years. Third year optional.
RELATIONSHIPS.
This is our priority.
personal connections
instructional mentors, demonstration teachers, new teacher socials, relationships with staff and the community
The electronic learning community provides opportunities for problem solving and support.
Relationships
Monthly seminars provide follow-up and topic-specific PD.
Resources are provided to support classroom instruction and professional responsibilities.
Demonstration Classrooms give another layer of modeling and mentoring.
Pre-service induction helps new teachers understand the system and their curriculum.

3. Each Facet Is Important
Relationships

4. We collect data from…
New Teachers
Mentors
Principals

5. Mentor Support Survey
data from new teachers

6. Mentor Support Survey
Following each appropriate statement, circle the number that corresponds with your level of agreement or disagreement with the statement.
I had a mentor who was assigned to me this school year: q Yes q No
How many years have you been teaching (including all of your teaching positions)?
q this is my first year q 1-3 years q 4-9 years q more than 10 years

7. Mentor Support Survey Learning Opportunities
1. My mentor has explained how to use the appropriate learning outcomes for planning instruction. This may include the use of the State Curriculum, the Core Learning Goals, Content Standards, outcomes, indicators, and benchmarks, and/or the essential curriculum for your content area.
2. My mentor has helped me to learn to use assessments to gauge students’ mastery of content.
3. My mentor has demonstrated a variety of instructional skills and strategies for me.
4. My mentor has assisted me in understanding the academic content for which I am responsible.
5. My mentor has helped me to plan lessons that are meaningful and focus on student learning.
Additional comments about learning opportunities offered by your mentor:
4: Strongly Agree; 3: Agree; 2: Disagree; 1: Strongly Disagree; Not Applicable

8. Mentor Support Survey
Follow-Up
Check one:
my mentor observed/co-taught with me
I observed/co-taught with another teacher
neither
My mentor has observed my instruction and provided me with feedback.
My mentor has helped me analyze my teaching.
My mentor has assisted me in adding academic rigor to my instruction.
Additional comments about follow-up offered by your mentor:
4: Strongly Agree; 3: Agree; 2: Disagree; 1: Strongly Disagree; Not Applicable

9. Mentor Support Survey
Benefits
1. My mentor assisted me with locating necessary curriculum documents, materials, and texts related to my grade level or content area.
2. My mentor clarified school system policies and procedures for me.
3. My mentor suggested effective classroom management strategies.
4. My mentor has been accessible
5. My mentor reaches out to me to see if I need support.
6. My mentor has worked with me:
q almost daily q once a week q several times a month q once a month q less than once a month
Additional comments about benefits offered by your mentor:
4: Strongly Agree; 3: Agree; 2: Disagree; 1: Strongly Disagree; Not Applicable

10. Mentor Support Survey Additional Responses
How has your mentor helped you to become an active member of your school’s community?
Additional Responses
How has your mentor helped you to become an active member of your school’s community?
Mentor Support Survey
Additional Responses
How has your mentor helped you to become an active member of your school’s community?
If you had one kudo or one wish to share with your mentor, what would you say?
How can we make mentoring stronger and more supportive? What suggestions do you have for enhancing our peer mentoring program?
In attending Model Demonstration Day during New Teacher Orientation (August 17, 2010), what impacted you the most?
If you had one kudo or one wish to share with your model demonstration teacher, what would you say?
In attending New Teacher Seminars, what do you feel to be most beneficial?
In attending New Teacher Seminars, what can we do to enhance the experience for you? What additional support do you need?

11. several times per month
We share with mentors…
91% of new teachers say their mentor has helped to provide instructional materials and support.
71% of new teachers state that their mentor has modeled instruction.
84% of new teachers state their mentor has provided support in classroom management.
100% of new teachers assigned a mentor.
All second year teachers assigned a mentor.
Third year teachers receive a mentor based on need.
Nearly ¾ of mentors
provide mentoring
several times per month

12. Updated Mentor Log
data from mentors

13. Updated Mentor Log

14. Activity Coaching conversation
Instructional planning/ lesson and unit design
Analysis of student work
Modeling Instruction/Demonstration lesson
Classroom management
Materials and resource procurement
Personal or professional growth
Other­

15. Updated Mentor Log
New this year

16. We share with mentors…
Mentor Log Analysis January-June

17. COMAR Reporting Form
data from principals

18. We share with principals…
Domain 2 The Learning Environment
Component 2a Establishes a Culture for Learning Component 2b Manages Classroom Procedures Component 2c Manages Student Behavior Component 2d Organizes Physical Space
N=971

19. Domain 3 Instruction
Component 3a Communicates Clearly and Accurately Component 3b Promotes Higher Level Thinking Skills Component 3c Engages Students in Learning Component 3d Provides Feedback to Students Component 3e Demonstrates Flexibility and Responsiveness Component 3f Differentiates Instruction and Assessment Component 3g Demonstrates Knowledge of the Role of Reading Component 3h Demonstrates Knowledge of the Role of Writing
N=971

20. Supervisor of Professional Development
Deb Faller
Supervisor of Professional Development
St. Mary’s County Public Schools