Common use of Selection/Qualifications Clause in Contracts

Selection/Qualifications. a. Principals will recruit mentor volunteers as soon as possible, but no later than two (2) weeks after the start of the school year. b. Whenever possible, mentors will be tenured teachers of like grades and subject matter to the probationary teacher. In the absence of a volunteer who meets these criteria, principals may recruit teachers in other grades or subject areas who have demonstrated expertise in teaching and learning who are in the same building, if possible. c. Mentor teachers shall have demonstrated a commitment to professional development and the ability to work well with others. d. The mentoring relationship will remain in effect until the end of the probationary period or until such time that either party chooses to end the association. The District may terminate the mentoring relationship if the mentor fails to fulfill his/her obligations under this Article.