Session II Mentoring the Mentee: The Learning/Supportive Relationship

1. Session II Mentoring the Mentee:The Learning/Supportive Relationship

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

3. Who is a mentor? • Teacher • Guide • Coach • Role model • Friend

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

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

6. 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

7. 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

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

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

10. AND REMEMBER……….. HAVE FUN!