Mentoring
TEACHERS, SUPPORT STAFF & ADMINISTRATORS
While working with children can be quite comical, enjoyable and endearing, it is also tiring, and often challenging. Even on our best days, we can lack the ability to look “outside the box”, think of clever ideas or ways to support ourselves, and the people around us. We often default to what is easy and what “makes sense” instead of realizing what is possible. Opportunities can be difficult to see, if you are not looking for them. And, there are so many!
Oftentimes, having an outside perspective is all you need to find solutions and see opportunities. Working together through conversation, reflection and observation (when possible) Sarah will help support you in your growth, providing space for you to share scenarios, challenges, and successes to improve and enhance your practice in the classroom, the office, or in your learning space. Creating a space to learn and grow together is the ultimate and exciting goal!
AREAS OF POSSIBLE EXPLORATION
Facilitated via individual or group sessions:
Mentoring teachers in:
Exploring lesson planning and record keeping
Discussing classroom and behavior management
Focusing on ideas and methods for connecting with children in positive, meaningful and effective ways
Establishing and maintaining healthy partnerships with assistants and administrators
Mentoring assistants in:
Examine the purpose of their work in protecting the teacher’s lessons
Guided discussions on classroom management and supporting challenging behaviors
Exploring ways to support student engagement, concentration, and work choices
Maintaining open communication and strong connections with colleagues and administrators
Supporting administrators in:
Understanding and embracing Montessori pedagogy
Leading and guiding staff in their work with children
Effective and collaborative parent partnerships
Having difficult conversations with school stakeholders (e.g.parents, staff, board members)
