https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y By Wednesday, please write about what you learned about the importance of teacher induction. Then, thoughtfully comment by Friday on a minimum of two class members' responses. en-us 2019-05-03 19:12:57 UTC 2019-06-29 02:33:37 UTC hello@padlet.com laura_bussler https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369034446 There were some great resources in this list but the one that resonated with me the most was the last article. I really like the analogy of comparing your first year of teaching to the first time someone jumps out of an airplane. No one would allow someone to jump out of an airplane alone when it is their first experience skydiving so why would we ever expect teachers to travel through their first year of teaching alone? One statement that really hit home for me was "'One of the primary byproducts of supporting a novice teacher is providing skills and strategies to overcome the growing pains that contribute to teachers leaving the profession before they even begin." There are so many times when I try to anticipate situations in my classroom with my students. Why should my relationships with my colleagues be any different? That was a great reflection to think about. I think back to  how much I leaned on my team and other colleagues during my first couple of years. I would have been lost without them and now want to be that person for others, someone they can count on for support. There are so many obstacles and instances that no college course can prepare you for. Being an educator involves wearing so many hats. That feeling of being overwhelmed comes on quickly once August hits, September for sure. The relationship of the mentee/mentor should be established early, as they need the support from the very beginning. 
~Laura]]> 2019-06-25 02:01:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369034446 https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369441902 The induction process really seems like a well designed process to help teachers and make teachers feel supported.  When I first read some of the induction pamphlets I was just thinking this is another thing for new teachers to complete.  I believe the reason first year teachers and young people don't stay in the profession is there is too much to learn by yourself.  I was fortunate enough to have people I could talk with and ask questions too.  Without that I probably would have been another statistic in a young teacher leaving the profession.  I like the three housed approach to the induction program.  The roof is focusing on teaching and how to use assessments which should drive your curriculum. The main level is the mentoring and learning communities. The base is the vision and including the administration to hopefully make a connection to these new teachers. I hope the program includes some group time and also meeting time one on one time with the induction team. I feel it is good to hear people ask questions about teaching in a large group and how they are struggling. It doesn't have to be a complaining session but I could have really used a time to ask or see what others are struggling and to find some tools to put in my toolbox.]]> 2019-06-27 14:29:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369441902 https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369456661 Jon Frykman wrote- That image of the airplane is a really good analogy to new teachers and how they are feeling.  Principals and Teachers always say didn't you learn that in student teaching?  I am not sure what I learned in student teaching but it had nothing to deal with the procedures of the school I am teaching at!.  So yea first year teaching is similar to doing something with no prior training.

]]> 2019-06-27 16:15:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369456661 laura_bussler https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369626330 I always say I wish I could be a fly on the wall in someone else's classroom from time to time. That is definitely one hard part about our jobs is feeling so secluded within our own classrooms all day. Not having the ability to observe other teachers on a regular basis is a real disadvantage and shame. Attending the two peer observations we are allowed through q-comp are my favorite professional growth opportunities all year long. ]]> 2019-06-29 02:31:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicaaprilwilliams/oen1cyh7vx9y/wish/369626330