Overview
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CERRA believes that a strong system of mentoring is vital to support new teachers and improve teacher retention rates in South Carolina. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, you are in the right place. Below you will find descriptions of the various mentoring initiatives at CERRA.
In April 2013, CERRA administered a survey to more than 500 certified mentors and beginning teachers in nine South Carolina public school districts to collect feedback on the initial mentor training. Data collected from these surveys, as well as a dissertation written about the impact of the training, were used to inform CERRA’s decision to develop a new mentor training program. In collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE), the initial mentor training has been transformed into the South Carolina Mentor Training. The new training is based on extensive research, with invaluable feedback from educators across the state. Significant additions to the new training include instruction on the mentoring cycle, evidence gathering strategies, and specific guidance on writing Student Learning Objectives (SLOs).
In April 2013, CERRA administered a survey to more than 500 certified mentors and beginning teachers in nine South Carolina public school districts to collect feedback on the initial mentor training. Data collected from these surveys, as well as a dissertation written about the impact of the training, were used to inform CERRA’s decision to develop a new mentor training program. In collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE), the initial mentor training has been transformed into the South Carolina Mentor Training. The new training is based on extensive research, with invaluable feedback from educators across the state. Significant additions to the new training include instruction on the mentoring cycle, evidence gathering strategies, and specific guidance on writing Student Learning Objectives (SLOs).
Becoming a Mentor
The criteria for becoming a mentor in South Carolina can be found on pages 5-6 of the SC Induction and Mentoring Guidelines. Each district has a process for selecting mentors, so contact your district office mentoring coordinator prior to registering for the training.
The new South Carolina Mentor Training is available to continuing-contract educators who are effective practitioners, who have the desire and dispositions to support the professional growth and transition of novice educators, and who have the recommendation of their employing districts. CERRA hosts statewide and regional training sessions on a regular basis for those interested in becoming a mentor. Visit mentoringsc.com for a list of upcoming trainings. Individual schools districts may also host trainings throughout the school year.
Under the new South Carolina Mentor Training requirements, already-trained mentors will be expected to complete a short re-certification training which will provide them with the new information. The re-certification training will be offered in an online format. CERRA is currently working with the SCDE to complete the online training and will notify the districts when it is available.
The new South Carolina Mentor Training is available to continuing-contract educators who are effective practitioners, who have the desire and dispositions to support the professional growth and transition of novice educators, and who have the recommendation of their employing districts. CERRA hosts statewide and regional training sessions on a regular basis for those interested in becoming a mentor. Visit mentoringsc.com for a list of upcoming trainings. Individual schools districts may also host trainings throughout the school year.
Under the new South Carolina Mentor Training requirements, already-trained mentors will be expected to complete a short re-certification training which will provide them with the new information. The re-certification training will be offered in an online format. CERRA is currently working with the SCDE to complete the online training and will notify the districts when it is available.
Becoming a Mentor Trainer
Mentors interested in becoming a mentor trainer must attend the new two-day Mentor Trainer Certification Training and have the approval of their district’s mentoring and induction coordinator. CERRA hosts statewide and regional Mentor Trainer Certification Training sessions on a regular basis. Visit mentoringsc.com for a list of upcoming trainings. Trainers will receive access to an online hub that houses materials and resources needed to complete trainings locally.
Mentoring & Induction Staff
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