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Components of Partner District Induction Programs
TPI Partner
District
Induction
Instructional Coaching that Aligns with edTPA
Lesson Study
Action Research
Co-Teaching
Collaboration at Building & District Levels
Development of Portfolios
Professional Learning Communities
District Orientations
Formative Observations
Proximity Mentoring
Essential Components of Induction Programs
Comprehensive induction programs not only increase retention of new hires, but also accelerate the effectiveness
of new teachers by “...fast-tracking their progress to exemplary teachers with the ability to positively impact
student achievement” (Moir, 2009).
Student Achievement: Each component of the induction program accelerates
teacher effectiveness in order to increase student engagement and achievement. A
growing body of research substantiates the crucial link between student
achievement and the quality of a teacher’s instruction.
Program Vision: Goals and outcomes should be clearly established to ensure
teacher effectiveness that has a positive impact on student achievement and
teacher retention.
Instit utional Commitment & Support: It is imperative to have support from the
superintendent, administration team, union, principals, teachers, and school board
for a comprehensive induction program.
Professional Development: The induction program is designed to implement
professional development that provides choice and flexibility. It is guided by
research, standards, and local priorities, and responds to the needs of new
teachers, coaches, and administrators.
Teacher Leadership: There is an established leadership pathway for teachers, which progresses from year one through year three and
sets the stage for life-long leadership.
Teacher Evaluation System: There is support for the teacher evaluation system in place that demonstrates a commitment to
accelerating new teachers’ effectiveness.
Instructional Coaching & Proximity Mentoring: There is a district plan for recruitment, selection, training, ongoing professional
development, and compensation for instructional coaching and mentoring.
Collaboration: Districts create time and space for collaboration and networking which is focused on induction for new teachers,
instructional coaches, proximity mentors, induction leaders, and principals.
Program Assessment & Evaluation: The district implements a comprehensive system of program evaluation and continuous
improvement based on induction essential components.