Being a mentee is an integral part of the process of becoming a teacher. During training, and in their first year as a beginning teacher, students and NQTs can expect to be mentored and learn from that experience. But experienced teachers can also benefit from this process.
“Any teacher should be open to learning, and we have experienced teachers who enjoy being mentored. Teaching is always changing, so it’s important to share best practice,” explained Eleanor French, programme manager for Thames Primary SCITT (school-centred initial teacher training).
During teacher training and the first year as an NQT, it can be helpful to have someone to turn to not only for advice about teaching practice but for emotional support too.
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