Orientation

Relationship Begins in Orientation

1. Enthusiastically greet mentee.

2. Establish the nature of the relationship.– One of mutual growth– Emphasize the mentor’s

commitment to and investment in the IPP’s success

– Mentor’s roles: F•A•C•T, with an emphasis on Facilitation

Relationship Begins in Orientation

3. Commit to confidentiality and assert yourself as a trusted advisor.

4. Outline expectations for both roles (mentor and IPP).

5. As needed, establish a common language.

Relationship Begins in Orientation

3. Commit to confidentiality and assert yourself as a trusted advisor.

4. Outline expectations for both roles (mentor and IPP).

5. As needed, establish a common language.

POSSIBLE TERMS

CoachingMentoringEducation acronymsCollaborationCo-teachingEquityRT3CapacityDistributed

leadershipInduction phase

principalPrincipal induction

planDelegationEfficacyPolicies/proceduresChange agent

LKeyTKeys, StandardsFeedbackSystemicCode of ethicsSchool improvement

planCons. AppCommon coreRTIInclusionGeneric operational

terms (scheduling, duties, school financial accounts)

Relationship Begins in Orientation

6. Stick to neutral topics at first.– Getting to know

each other– Orienting to

relevant district topics

7. Build toward significant conversations over time.

Relationship Begins in Orientation

6. Stick to neutral topics at first.– Getting to know

each other– Orienting to

relevant district topics

7. Build toward significant conversations over time.

Setting Up Regular Contact

8. Discuss how you will work together and the IPP’s preferences:– Methods– Frequency– When– Where