Preschool Special Needs Mentor for New Teachers

West Virginia Department of Education; United States; On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Education seeks an experienced mentor for preschool special needs during the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years. The role supports beginning teachers through observation, coaching, and goal setting at Mountain View Elementary and nearby Buffalo Elementary.

The position is contracted hourly/extracurricular, with a stipend paid by the WVDE. Strong collaboration with evaluators and school staff is essential to guide new educators toward effective classroom practices.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years teaching experience.
• Must participate in training program.
• Master's degree and/or previous advanced training in teacher effectiveness.
• Willingness to assist new teachers and perform assigned responsibilities such as regular observations and conferences.
• Attendance at monthly support team meetings.
• Ongoing support and assistance to new employees.
• Same programmatic level as intern and same building location if possible.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a formal beginning teacher assistance program.
• Help resolve problems of beginning teachers through assistance and support.
• Classroom observation and follow-up conferences concerning teaching techniques, classroom management skills, improved relationships with students.
• Assist with identifying goals and objectives; assist with self-evaluation of intern teacher.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Willingness to Assist New Teachers

Education

Master's Degree

Advanced Training in Teacher Effectiveness

Job description

West Virginia Department of Education seeks an experienced mentor for preschool special needs during the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years. The role supports beginning teachers through observation, coaching, and goal setting at Mountain View Elementary and nearby Buffalo Elementary.

The position is contracted hourly/extracurricular, with a stipend paid by the WVDE. Strong collaboration with evaluators and school staff is essential to guide new educators toward effective classroom practices.