Full Description
Getting new teachers off to the right start is essential for teacher retention and student success. This book shows the nuts and bolts of induction that really works.
Drawing on the successful, research-based SHINE program, the authors demonstrate the key components for setting up or tweaking your new teacher induction program, including involving different staff members, remembering that induction is not an event but an ongoing process, considering the different phases of induction and the support and modeling needed along the way, finding appropriate mentors, helping new teachers juggle priorities, and more. Beginning teachers often leave due to classroom management struggles; this book also helps you give teachers the basics immediately so they're set up for success. In addition, the appendix offers a wealth of tools and templates to help you cover all the bases during your induction journey.
Whether you're an induction coordinator, mentor, PDC member, principal, or superintendent, this practical resource will help you ensure your new teachers thrive so they can enjoy their roles and effectively reach students. When a program to support new teachers is made stronger, the accelerated growth and acclimation of new teachers can accelerate the growth of students too!
Contents
Part 1: Let's Get This Journey Started Let's Meet the Newbies 1. The Launch 2. Gold Star Moments 3. It Takes a Village Part 2: Making It Happen 4. We Have the Who, Now to the How 5. All Onboard! Onboarding & Saying Hello 6. Modeling Is Orientation 7. The Hub of Induction 8. Learning By Observing 9. Peripherals Are Essential Part 3: Polishing the Apple 10. Celebrating & Reflecting 11. Support the Supporters 12. Love A Teaching Life 13. Additional Considerations Part 4: In and Out of the Classroom 14. The Little Things Are the Big Things 15. It's Not About Being the Best, Just Being Better 16. Elevate What You Want To Grow Conclusion: Stoplights
