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Mentor Teacher Information

A Mentor Teacher has a minimum of three (3) years classroom teaching experience, has completed TESS training, and has been recommended by their building level administration to host an Թ internship student.

The Mentor Teacher supports and mentors interns; models teaching strategies that address the varied learning styles and needs of children; models classroom management techniques and guides the intern’s development of them; assesses and redirects interns, providing timely and appropriate feedback, evaluation and reflection throughout the semester; and promotes an atmosphere where all involved can learn and grow.

Specific responsibilities of a Mentor Teacher include:

  • models professional behavior
  • maintains open lines of communication within the team and with ATU
  • maintains appropriate records in regards to the intern’s performance
  • suggests and submits a final grade in internship to the Director of Teacher Education Student Services

Links for Mentor Teachers

Mentor Teacher Handbook