New Teacher Center Teacher Induction Program Standards
- The first two to three years of a teacher’s career (induction) is an important and unique phase of teacher development
- An induction program should be part of a larger system of teacher development, support, accountability, and evaluation
- Effective induction programs are focused on teaching practice and student learning
- Processes of formative assessment guide the work of the mentor along with the development of the new teacher
- A focus on equity and universal access to a quality education characterized by high expectations and meaningful, challenging content are non-negotiable