What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Teacher Mentor for the New Teacher Induction Program position at Wicomico County Public Schools?
SALARY
Commensurate with certification and experience based upon the Wicomico County Salary Scale for Teachers
HOURS Qualifications
Full-time 10-month position (190 contract days)
After school availability (once to twice a month)
Contract Unit: This position is part of the Unit I (Certificated) bargaining unit
Qualifications
- Valid Maryland State Department of Education teaching certificate.
- At least five (5) years of successful teaching experience at the secondary level.
- Experience designing and conducting in-services, workshops, and professional development (preferred).
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team player while demonstrating initiative in carrying out responsibilities.
- Proficiency with classroom technology.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Department of Professional Development with the New Teacher Summer Academy in mid-August.
- Co-teach the New Teacher Induction Course once a month after school.
- Co-plan, team-teach, and provide demonstration lessons for new and non-tenured teachers.
- Model effective instructional strategies.
- Provide support, training, and resources on classroom management, conflict resolution, equity, and cultural diversity.
- Offer coaching and specific feedback to new and non-tenured teachers on classroom performance.
- Monitor the professional growth and certification progress of new teachers and assist as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
