Interlocal Mentoring Program

by Kathy Davidson

January 16, 2012

Mission

The mission of the mentoring program is to assist and advance a multitude of skills for first and second year special education professionals.

Overview of Mentoring Program

Mentees and Mentors meet each month from 1PM - 3PM at the Interlocal Office.

The meeting will be divided into two sections. In the first section, a presentation will be provided on special educational topics. These presentations can be provided by mentors or outside presenters. Topics will be generated each month by the input from the mentees/mentors. In the second section of the meeting the mentee and mentor will discuss immediate needs of the mentee.

Setting the Stage

Find commonalities; Share interests; Share professional background; Share personal and professional goals; Share strengths and areas that need development.

Setting Expectations

What do you expect from a mentor?

What do you expect from a mentee?

Setting ground rules

How we will meet our expectations.

How I will give feedback

How I will receive feedback.

2011-12 Schedule (To be held at the Interlocal Office Unless Otherwise Specified)

8-4-11; 9-28-11; 10 (Mentor shadow Mentee); 11- (Mentee shadow Mentor)

1-25-12; 2-29-12; 3-28-12; 4-25-12; 5-16-12 (TBA - End of Year Celebration)