1. Overview New Teacher Induction Program Malden Public Schools
Judi Allen, Coordinator
Teacher Induction/Mentoring
August 22, 2016

2. Malden Public Schools Mission Statement
“The Malden Public Schools, in partnership with the Gateway Cities initiatives, prepares students to be independent and avid learners who will discover and develop their individual talents while striving for academic excellence. Malden Public School students will demonstrate personal and social responsibility, embrace diversity, and respect others. Malden Public Schools prepares students to be active and contributing members of our global society.”

3. Our Mission

4. Goals of the Program
Acclimate new teachers to school, district, community
Support new teachers over a period of 3 years
Promote and model best practices that will ensure access to high levels of learning for all students
Create a community of learners who share best practices and encourage self-reflection
Retain skilled and committed educators in our schools and in the profession Meets criteria for DESE New Teacher Induction Program

5. New Teachers’ Ongoing PD
Monthly professional development
Inquiry-based environment
Connected to YOUR classroom practice
Professional learning community
Lesson Study
Full-Day release time in October
Communication: MPS New Teachers 16-17
Resources & Tools: New Teacher’s Program - MPS

6. Expectations for Professional Development
Have a growth mindset
Attend all sessions
Actively participate
Complete all readings, observations, reflections
Reflect on your practice and apply what you have learned to future lessons
Socialize and have some fun

7. Mentor Support 1-1 Pairing Program
Introduce new teacher/incoming teacher to other faculty members
Help construct effective lesson plans
Model effective instructional techniques
Assist the new teacher in solving classroom problems
Arrange for classroom observations
Identify and provide curriculum and technology resources
Offer incredible emotional and social support

8. Support Team Mentor Principal Director Evaluator Curriculum Leader
Evaluation Leader
Assistant
Principal
Team
Leader
Coach/Teacher Leader

9. Additional Support Colleagues, Central Office Administration, Union
On-going district and building professional development
Additional Training on MPS network and X-2
Evaluation support (TeachPoint)
Opportunities for continued collaboration
Reflective Culture
MA DESE: Educator Evaluation/Resources

10. You’re anxious now but… it will get better!
New Teachers’ Program Evaluation 2015

11. We are here to support you in every way