Rule 10.55.723 - MENTORSHIP AND INDUCTION(1) The local board of trustees shall implement a mentorship and induction program as outlined in the integrated strategic action plan described in ARM 10.55.601 that: (a) is research-based to ensure inclusion of high-impact professional learning strategies;(b) is implemented to assist initial licensed and incoming educators in meeting teaching standards embedded in the district evaluation framework outlined in ARM 10.55.724;(c) supports initial licensed and incoming teachers' planning, implementation, and assessment of instruction aligned to the program area and content standards and content-specific learning progressions;(d) supports initial licensed and incoming teachers to establish and maintain a positive classroom climate; and(e) encourages continuous learning, reflection, and growth.(2) The mentorship and induction program may include the following criteria: (a) provide training for mentors through the Montana Teacher Learning Hub, professional organizations, or other professional development opportunities;(b) prioritize mentor-mentee matches that are grade and subject-level aligned;(c) focus on research-based instructional practice;(d) engage with mentoring partners in professional collaboration; and(e) establish effective coaching for learning methods.Mont. Admin. r. 10.55.723
NEW, 2023 MAR p. 255, Eff. 7/1/2023AUTH: Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-114, 20-2-121, 20-7-101, MCA; IMP: Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-121, 20-3-106, 20-7-101, MCA