Inductees
Inductee responsibilities include attending all orientation activities, completing the virtual institute, seeking help when needed, observing experienced teachers/specialists, meeting regularly with mentors, meeting with other inductees to discuss experiences, and evaluating the program. Inductees are expected to: a. Actively participate in mentoring activities and relationships b. Seek out help from colleagues c. Accept and act upon constructive feedback through open communication with the mentor d. Schedule observation of experienced teachers at work e. Schedule classroom observation by the mentor f. Maintain and submit accurate records of induction activities (e.g., observations, trainingsessions, conferences) in order to be awarded an Induction Completion Certificate. g. Maintain a confidential relationship with the assigned mentor School principals provide support such as: a. Opportunities for professional development related to the Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators (22 Pa. Code Chapter 235). The code is found in Appendix A and sets forth rules of conduct to which professional educators are legally bound. New employees should be informed of the code and given a copy. b. Creating a culture of teaching and learning that supports professional collaboration among both new and veteran teachers c. Designing appropriate schedules to support new teachers as they develop professional skills d. Acquiring and providing appropriate resources to support educator induction activities(time, scheduling, space, funding) e. Periodically evaluating (twice during the school year) non-tenured teachers using the Educator Effectiveness System in accordance with Act 82 of 2012. f. Facilitating activities to enhance the relationship between mentors and beginning teachers g. Accepting the confidential relationship between each teacher and mentor h. Identifying and selecting highly qualified mentors
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