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Mentors for Special Education Teachers - Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota
Posted on 2024-11-06 10:37:34 AM
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Become a Mentor for Special Education Teachers
Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota
Are you:
- Passionate about working with students in Special Education?
- Interested in purposefully engaging with new special educators?
- Committed to continued personal growth and development as a mentor and as a cultural being in special education?
- Grounded in a pragmatic approach to teaching and learning in the field of Special Education?
If so, consider applying to be a mentor for a special education teacher today!
Why Mentor with LDA Minnesota?
As a mentor, you will play a crucial role in preparing future special educators in our PELSB-approved Academic & Behavioral Strategist (ABS) licensure program. Our program integrates mentors into its framework, fostering meaningful relationships with teacher candidates as they complete their two-year program and earn their ABS licensure.
Mentor Benefits:
- Paid Position: Earn $2400 per year for each mentee ($1200 per semester). You may mentor up to two candidates.
- Professional Development: Access continuing education hours and earn Mentoring and Cultural Competence badging and certification.
- Skill Enhancement: Strengthen your mentoring skills with professional development opportunities.
- Impact: Contribute significantly to the professional growth of new special education teachers.
Mentor Expectations:
- Weekly Meetings: Conduct weekly individual meetings with mentees, either virtually or in person.
- Training: Complete online training modules and the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) in your first semester.
- Development: Participate in monthly meetings with the LDA Mentor Manager and attend three cultural deep-dive presentations each semester.
- Feedback: Provide teaching feedback through our video review program.
Qualifications:
- Hold a current special education license in Minnesota.
- Have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Tier 3 or Tier 4 licensed teacher of record in special education.
Application Process:
To apply, send an updated resume and cover letter to mentors@ldaminnesota.org
In your cover letter, discuss your interest in the position and your fit for the program. The hiring process is continuous and rolling.
For more information, visit www.ldaminnesota.org.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of new special educators and their students. Apply today to become a mentor with LDA Minnesota!