SECONDARY MENTOR/INDUCTION COORDINATOR

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Secondary Mentor/Induction Coordinator
Supervisor: Director of Secondary Education
Contract Length: 200 days
Job Classification: Certified Teacher
FLSA Status: Exempt
In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Secondary Education and Principals, Mentor will provide direct classroom support as needed and/or as set up with an entry plan. Mentors will facilitate teacher and new teacher collaboration learning. Specifically work with new teacher days at the start of the academic year, ongoing induction learning throughout the year and mentor learning throughout the year with teachers. In addition they will facilitate additional learning opportunities for mentor teachers and new teachers which may occur outside teacher contract time, including mornings, evenings, and before and after the school year starts/ends.
Essential Functions
Develops and administers secondary school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Creates a welcoming and engaging learning environment for all students and teachers.
Assesses and coordinates supports needed for new teachers.
Helps establish triad teams to support incoming teachers that will include the incoming teacher, mentor teachers, Instructional Coaches, and a building level administrator.
Collaborates with content level curriculum teams.
Collaborates closely with district and building level administration.
Engages in personal learning and implementation of student centered coaching practices, with additional professional learning opportunities and training provided.
Supports the relationship between the new teacher and instructional coach.
Networks with other districts throughout the state to continue to improve on our mentoring program.
Collaborates with multiple departments within our system to ensure consistent implementation of services and understand how all departments work together:
HR
Food Service
Transportation
Custodial
Business Office
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to elementary education
License issued by Iowa BoEE for elementary teaching
At least three years of successful teaching experience
At least one year in a teaching position in Fort Dodge Community School District
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy enabling differentiation
Knowledge of secondary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems, technology devices and software applications.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, coworkers and the greater community.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Amount of Time
Physical Activity
Occasionally
(1%-32%)
Frequently
(33%-65%)
Constantly
(66%-100%)
Mobility
X
Bend
X
Talk
X
Hear
X
Operate Computer
X
Stationary Position
X
Balance
X
Lift Up to 20 pounds
X
Manual Dexterity Tasks
X
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
X
Sitting
X
Carrying (25 feet)
X
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Amount of Time
Working Conditions
Occasionally
(1%-32%)
Frequently
(33%-65%)
Constantly
(66%-100%)
District Office Hours
X
Indoors
X
Weekends/Off Schedule
X
Temperature Extremes
X
It is the policy of the Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ancestry, age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, physical attributes, religion, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, veteran’s status, actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, services, and employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Dr. Stephanie Anderson (Director of Elementary Education), and Dr. Kirsten Doebel (Director of Secondary Education), Central Administration Office, 109 North 25
th
Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, (576-1161) or contact the Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office, 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661-4544. (Alternate for Section 504 is Pamela Stangeland, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675
). The District’s Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, who can be reached at 576-1161 or 109 North 25
th
Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The District’s Designated Investigators of Physical/Sexual Abuse of Students by School Employees are Dr. Stephanie Anderson (Director of Elementary Education), and Dr. Kirsten Doebel (Director of Secondary Education). They can be reached at 576-1161 or 109 North 25
th
Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The alternate is Pam Stangeland. She can be reached at 574-5675 or 109 North 25
th
Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The District’s Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations are Dr. Stephanie Anderson (Director of Elementary Education), and Dr. Kirsten Doebel (Director of Secondary Education). They can be reached at 576-1161 or 109 North 25
th
Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Position Type:
Full-time
Job Categories :
Administrator > Director/Coordinator/Manager
Instructional Support > Teacher Mentor
Student Services > Teacher Mentor
Equal Opportunity Employer
All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.
Contact Information
Janina Denetelli
109 North 25th Street
Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501
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