Session II Mentoring the Mentee: The Learning/Supportive Relationship

Reflection: List 3 things you have learned from your mentor or mentee so far.

Who is a mentor? Teacher Guide Coach Role model Friend

What is a mentor’s role? To provide: Support Encouragement a listening ear a welcoming shoulder Constructive feedback Suggestions for improvement

Who is a mentee? New Faced with many new challenges Nervous Overwhelmed Inquisitive Reflective Receptive

What has been challenging? Classroom management Effectively handling discipline concerns Dealing with difficult students Dealing with difficult parents Dealing with difficult co-workers Planning effectively Managing time wisely Remaining calm and professional Utilizing effective teacher strategies Accommodating individual differences Engaging students’ critical thinking

To think about…… Learning/Supportive Focused Relationship How do you build this kind of relationship?  McRel Teacher Evaluation Standards  New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers  INTASC Standards

Planning forward: List 3 things you want to focus on next with your mentor or mentee.

Just a thought…….. The mediocre teacher tells The good teacher explains The superior teacher demonstrates The great teacher inspires

AND REMEMBER……….. HAVE FUN!