Teaching & Learning

The information on this website is intended to present a framework for the new teacher induction and mentoring program and to guide new teachers, principals, and mentors throughout the three-year Induction Program.

 

Specific roles and responsibilities are outlined as well as suggestions for new teachers, mentors and administrators to implement a successful induction program. 

 

Components of Murray City School District Induction Program: 

• Follow USBE guidelines for Licensure 

• Mentor Training 

• Professional Development for Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 Associate teachers: 

  • Classroom Management 

  • Implementation of Utah Core Standards 

  • Implementation of Utah Effective Teaching Standards 

  • Technology Training 

  • Professional Learning Communities 

  • Policies and Procedures 

  • Differentiated Instruction 

  • Data Driven Instruction 

  • Data Analysis 

 

New Teacher Support Plan 

The principal, coach and teacher should develop and periodically review the success of new teachers (mentees) in: 

• Orientation to school culture 

• Peer support (both formal and informal) 

• Integration into professional learning communities 

• Participation in professional development opportunities 

• Student learning 

• Celebration of successes