Mentor Teacher

Position: BEST Mentor Teacher
Hoquiam School District No. 28

New Teacher Mentor

Job Description

Position Open Until Filled - First Screening Date: 6/12/26

Required Attachments:

* Cover Letter or Letter of Interest

* Resume

* 3 Letters of Recommendation - Including at least one from a supervisor

* Internal Applicants - Include a minimum of a cover letter and updated resume

Note - this is an internal position only and the stipend amount will be determined based on awarded grant funds.

Job Summary

The New Teacher Mentor is a critical component of Hoquiam School District's comprehensive induction program for new teachers. This role provides sustained support and guidance to beginning teachers throughout the school year on issues related to planning, instruction, and professional collaboration. By cultivating reflective practice and fostering growth, the New Teacher Mentor promotes continual improvement for novice teachers while aligning with the district's four pillars: meaningful relationships, engaged learners, adaptive pathways, and community connections.

Key Responsibilities

Meaningful Relationships

* Cultivate learning-focused, trusting relationships with mentees through regular, reflective conversations.

* Foster positive, open, and empathetic communication with students, staff, administrators, and families.

* Build connections between mentees and school/district learning communities.

Engaged Learners

* Support mentees in developing effective instructional practices aligned with district and state standards.

* Guide mentees in designing engaging lessons that meet diverse student needs.

* Encourage equity-driven practices to support student success for all learners.

Adaptive Pathways

* Facilitate mentee growth through formative observations, feedback, and reflection.

* Support mentees in setting and achieving professional goals.

* Connect mentees to resources, professional learning opportunities, and district systems.

Community Connections

* Collaborate with colleagues, district leaders, and OSPI programs to support mentees' success.

* Attend OSPI round tables, district mentor meetings, and trainings as required.

* Model professional ethics, cultural responsiveness, and a commitment to equity in all interactions.

Qualifications

Professional Qualities and Characteristics

* Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience.

* Demonstrated passion for teaching, learning, and educational equity.

* Recognized by peers and leaders for professional knowledge and skills.

* Proficiency in all 8 WA State Teacher Evaluation Criteria through most recent evaluation.

* Commitment to personal growth through feedback, reflection, and professional learning.

* Effective time management, initiative, and follow-through in an unstructured environment.

Effective Interpersonal Communication

* Demonstrates honest, respectful, and sensitive communication with all stakeholders.

* Builds rapport and trust with students and colleagues.

* Listens with empathy and addresses conflict proactively.

Standards-Based Mentoring Practice

* Promotes mentee reflection and professional growth.

* Supports mentees in curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.

* Encourages equitable practices and outcomes for all students.

Required Mentor Activities

In addition to their primary job responsibilities, New Teacher Mentors will:

* Provide 1-2 hours per week in mentor-mentee activities (planning conferences, reflection conferences, classroom observations, feedback sessions, OSPI round tables, district meetings, etc.).

* Conduct formative observations of mentees with written feedback.

* Participate in colleague mentor meetings (quarterly) or release mentor meetings (monthly).

* Complete the OSPI Mentor Academy 101 or 102 (3-day training).

* Submit a monthly mentor activities tracker.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

* Regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate effectively.

* Frequent walking and mobility throughout school facilities.

* Ability to sit, use hands to keyboard or handle objects, reach with arms, and carry materials.

* Occasionally lift/move up to 40 pounds.

* Close vision and ability to adjust focus required.

Work Environment

* Typically moderate noise levels in school and office…