Teacher
Mentor Program
 The goal of the mentor program is to provide support and services
for new teachers that result in retention of new teachers, quality
instruction, and student achievement.
Mentor Program Participants
Campus Administrator - Our principals take a special
interest in their new teachers. They set the tone of the campus
mentoring program by creating a supportive, nurturing environment.
They also try to select the best possible mentor for each new teacher.
Mentor Program Coordinator - The district provides
a district mentor program coordinator that works with the building
mentor liaisons on all campuses. The coordinator identifies and
secures helpful resources for mentors and new teachers. Technology
is used to maximize the use of many mentor program resources. Individualized
needs are also considered.
Mentor Liaison - The mentor liaison is an exemplary
educator identified by the campus administrator. He or she
is the contact person for the district's mentor program coordinator.
The mentor liaison gathers information, serves as a mentor teacher
if possible, and works with the mentors and new teachers on the
campus.
Mentor Teacher - An exemplary veteran teacher
is selected by the campus administrator to work on a regular basis
with one or more teachers new to the PISD. Their major role is to
support and guide the new teacher.
New Teacher - The new teacher is welcome in the
PISD. Our new teachers work with the assigned mentor and complete
the recommended mentor program activities. The campus administrator,
mentor program coordinator, and mentor liaison also help support
the new teacher. The type of support and activities may vary based
on the new teacher's needs and/or experience.
Mentor Program Support Aids
Mentor - Each new teacher is assigned a mentor
to help support and guide him or her as they begin their career
with the PISD.
Books - Campuses have purchased books that are
helpful for new teachers. In addition, they are available for individual
purchase through a local bookstore.
Web sites - Web sites that are helpful to new
teachers have been identified.
Classes - Various professional development sessions are offered throughout
the year in the PISD.
Observations - Many new teachers take advantage
of opportunities to observe experienced teachers on their campus.
In addition, a new teacher may observe another classroom via video
streamed lessons available on his or her own computer.
Individualized Help - Extra support may be requested
through the mentor liaison, building administrator, and/or mentor
program coordinator. Individual requests are considered and various
types of support are made available.
Feedback - Input and feedback is sought annually
from the new teachers. Improvements are made to the program based
on the results.
Contact
Becky Wussow
Director for Human Resources Services
469-752-8197
becky.wussow@pisd.edu
Suzanne Drotman
Coordinator - Human Resources Services
469-752-8181
suzanne.drotman@pisd.edu
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