Mentors assigned to first, second, and third year teachers will engage in activities that demonstrate best practice teaching while learning about the role of a mentor.  Using cooperative learning, multiple intelligences, and an array of instructional strategies, facilitator Annette Smitley will explain and model how to best meet the needs of new teachers.  Effective Mentoring will focus on mentor expectations, coaching models, social styles, reflective questioning techniques, and observations. Mentors can expect to walk away with strategies for effective mentoring, logs, questions to guide their coaching, and a myriad of teaching tips, including Spence Rogers´ book titled Teaching Tips. 

 

Workshop Topics: 

·         Definition of a Mentor

·         Role, Expectations, and the Law

·         Coaching Models and Social Styles

·         Reflective Questioning Strategies

• Observation Cycle:  Pre-conference, Observation, Post-Conference 

 

by email or by phone at (269) 385-1577

 

 

Kalamazoo RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, or limited English proficiency in any of its programs or activities.

 

Kalamazoo RESA also believes that all individuals should have the opportunity to participate in its scheduled events and activities. If you require a special accommodation to do so, please contact Linda Bussema (269-385-1577) for assistance.