Part-Time Teacher Development Mentor

POSITION TITLE

PART-TIME TEACHER DEVELOPMENT MENTOR

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate recently retired teacher or teacher who has recently stepped out of education to serve as a Part-Time Teacher Development Mentor. This role involves providing guidance, support, and resources to newly hired teachers as they transition into their roles, fostering a positive and productive teaching environment. Additionally, this position will support teachers in both elementary and secondary schools. 

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy of thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.  Some teaching specialties (i.e. music, art, physical education, etc.) may require hearing, vision, physical coordination and/or exertion and effort in excess of those listed above.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with:

• Mentorship: Offer one-on-one mentoring to new teachers, sharing best practices, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
• Observation and Feedback: Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to help teachers refine their skills.
• Professional Development: Assist in developing and facilitating professional development 
• Emotional Support: Provide encouragement and emotional support, helping teachers navigate the challenges of their role.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with school administration, school-base lead mentor, and other staff to ensure teachers have access to necessary resources and networks of support .
• Resource Sharing: Share teaching materials, instructional strategies and other resources that promote effective teaching practices.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Teacher Development Specialist and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Recent retirement OR leave from a teacher of record position with a minimum of 8 years of classroom teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of current educational practices and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for teaching and a desire to support the next generation of educators.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of instructional best practices and adult learning theory.
• Previous experience in mentoring or coaching.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Successful prior teaching experience as the teacher of record for the appropriate grade levels is required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Travels to multiple district buildings daily.
• Must possess your own vehicle.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold a professional license or be eligible to teach in the Commonwealth of Virginia with an appropriate endorsement.
• Must have at least eight (8) years of successful experience as the teacher of record.
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of current instructional strategies.
• Must have a valid driving license. 
• Must possess their own vehicle. 

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

AA/EOE STATEMENT

This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.