Illinois New Teacher Collaborative

An article from Fall 2008 issue of JSD about how data can only be used effectively in the right context.

Created during a Professional Learning and Networking session of funded program leaders in NW Illinois, these prompts could be used for whole group or small group discussion during an administrator tr

Rubric created by induction leaders at the Monroe/Randolph ROE for use by administrators to improve the quality of the mentor selection process.

Governors State University has established an ongoing administrator learning community in the area of induction and mentoring in each of our 12 partner districts.

The sample job descriptions attached were provided by a few ISBE funded programs to assist those considering the possibility of creating or modifying a program coordinator position.

Quality Induction: An Investment in Teachers
By Ellen Moir & Janet Gless

Attached are pre and post surveys for beginning teachers that the Associated Colleges of Illinois use in their induction and mentoring program to assess changes that occur over the year.

The attached PP was prepared by the DuPage County ROE 19 to speak with districts who are interested in creating a "state approved" program.

Andrews, S. P, Gilbert, L. S., & Martin, E. P. (2006). The first years of teaching: Disparities in perceptions of support. Action in Teacher Education, 28, 4-13.

Friedrichsen, P., Chval, K. B., & Teuscher, D. (2007). Strategies and sources of support for beginning teachers of science and mathematics. School Science and Mathematics, 107, 5, 69-81.