Mentor Teacher

Mentor Teacher (Elementary) 1 Position (Secondary) 1 Position The Mentor Teacher works collaboratively with the administrators, teacher leaders, and other instructional staff to facilitate the implementation of Lone Tree School's Collective Commitment Statements with a focus on the following: Professional development, specifically explicit instruction, differentiation, and vocabulary Data collection and analysis Multi-Tier System of Supports Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following: Work collaboratively with teachers and administrators to develop, communicate, and accomplish the district's goals. Exhibit behaviors that support the district/school's learning goals. Demonstrate competence in instructional strategies and classroom management. Establish and maintain a trusting, confidential, and non-evaluative relationship with beginning teachers. Assist beginning teachers in reflecting on and analyzing their practice, reviewing student work, and using relevant data to inform and improve instruction. Use knowledge of Iowa Teaching Standards to strengthen the beginning teacher's skills in those areas. Model effective teaching strategies when appropriate and necessary, especially those relevant to the district goals of standards-based curriculum and research-based instruction. Model and reinforce professional norms. Facilitate mentor meetings that focus the Iowa Teaching Standards and the completion of the teacher portfolio Participate in routine meetings to support the administration as part of the Building/District Leadership Team, contributing to building-level planning and decision-making.

Job Qualifications:

Iowa Standard Teaching License with three years of teaching experience and at least one year of experience in the Lone Tree School District. Demonstrates competence to work with beginning teachers to promote professional growth of mentee while maintaining focus on student achievement.

Number of Positions :

(MS/HS-1) (Elem-1)

Time Out of Classroom :

(0%)

Extra Contract Time:

Four (4) additional days as coordinated with the

Principals Compensation:

$4,000 Additional Training and/or

Release Time :

Additional training during the school year will be determined in collaboration with the building principals.

Supervisor:

Building Principal Evaluation :

All teacher leadership positions will be evaluated annually in an effort to provide opportunities for reflection, dialogue, and feedback for continued professional growth.