Project Two Educational Vision I. Overview Mentoring programs, as well as peer coaching within schools have proven to be valuable for both teachers and administrators. With the implementation of the New York State Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS), administrators no longer have the time to work with all members of the staff. By creating a new teacher induction program, new teachers will be offered support and guidance instructionally, socially and emotionally. This direct assistance from an experienced teacher to a new teacher will be provided for one school year. II. Relevant Data a. Consult with new hires and survey the areas in which they feel require improvement. b. Research strategies and resources for new teachers to receive necessary support. c. Pair new teachers with a senior teacher to mentor them. d. Surveys/feedback from new hires and summary of research strategies to improve new teacher effectiveness. e. Train mentors to offer support and guidance. III. Diverse Educational Setting a. Different grade levels – High school grades 9-12 b. Different disciplines – All pedagogical, guidance and support staff c. Work with a social service, private, or community organization – Network 603, Community board, UFT, NYC DOE IV. ISLLC Standards a. Standard 1.0: Candidates who complete the program are educational leaders who have the knowledge and ability to promote the success of all students by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a school or district vision of learning supported by all stakeholders. b. Standard 2.0: Candidates who complete the program are educational leaders who have the knowledge and ability to promote the success of all students by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth. Template for BINDER #2: EDUCATIONAL VISION PROJECT 1. Describe the nature of the project that you accomplished which supported an educational vision. 2. Incorporate an organizational map of the school or district which identifies the key people, networks and relationships that exists at this work setting. 3. Design a strategic communication system that will be used to disseminate the information in your project to all stakeholders. 4. Submit your goals for improving curriculum, instruction and/or assessment practices. 5. Describe how your project was supported or hindered by existing “structural” aspects of the school or district, such as, professional development, scheduling, policies and budgeting. ...