Teacher Induction
Walnut Valley Induction Consortium
The vision of the Walnut Valley Teacher Induction Consortium is to foster the development of lifelong, reflective practitioners who continually seek opportunities for growth. With the support of qualified and trained mentors, candidates participate in research-based cycles of inquiry aligned with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession. New teachers create individualized goals that enable them to explore best practices focused on meeting the diverse learning needs of California students. Teachers are supported while establishing and providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable learning environment that will enable all students to succeed.
Teacher Induction Program Overview and Admittance Requirements
Induction is a two-year state-sponsored program in which preliminary credential holders demonstrate efficacy to earn a clear credential.
Qualified Candidates must have a full-time teaching position and possess a preliminary multiple subject, single subject, or Level 1 credential.
- The Walnut Valley Consortium Induction Program provides ongoing support and training for eligible teachers.
- Induction Candidates are matched with a trained Mentor within 30 days of being hired in a consortium district.
- Matches are based on credentials, teaching assignment, and, whenever possible, site.
~~Teach Out Plan~~
Once a Candidate is accepted into the Walnut Valley Consortium program, Induction will be offered until the Candidate completes the program, withdraws from the program, is dropped from the program, based on established criteria, or is admitted to another approved program to complete the requirements, with minimal disruption, for the authorization. In the event the program closes, all Candidates who are currently enrolled will continue in the program until they receive authorization.
For more specific Information:
Website for the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Walnut Valley Induction Program Handbook (Grievance Procedure, P.10)
Walnut Valley Teacher Induction Brochure
Induction Candidates
Induction Candidates complete a series of inquiry-based self-assessment and support activities, which are individualized to guide movement towards mastery in the California Standards for the Teaching Profession.
- Induction Candidates are matched with a Mentor for 2 years, who provides general support and specific guidance in completing the Induction process.
- Teachers who are not employed by one of our partner consortium districts may still enroll in the Walnut Valley Induction program if room is available (at their own expense).
Additional Information for Candidates:
Induction Candidate Memorandum of Understanding
Early Completion Option Application
Induction Flowchart (Year 1 Candidate)
Induction Flowchart (Completing Candidate)
Mentors - Information Flyer
The Walnut Valley Induction Consortium is continually seeking new and qualified educators to serve as Mentors for Candidates.
- Experienced teachers with at least 3 years of experience submit applications and are selected by each site administrator to be trained and serve as Mentors and Coaches for Induction Candidates throughout the program.
- Mentors are matched based on qualifications, credentials held, and site needs.
Additional Information for Mentors:
Mentor Flyer (Qualifications Listed)
Mentor Memorandum of Understanding
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COLLABORATION
Induction Candidates and Mentors have a variety of opportunities for collaboration with peers, optional professional development activities, and training in inquiry-based processes. Professional Development opportunities are shared with Candidates electronically as they progress through the program within the Google Classroom.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
For information about enrollment, contact:
Walnut Valley Induction Consortium
880 S. Lemon Ave.
Walnut, CA 91789
(909) 444-3451
Ron Thibodeaux, Ed.D. - Induction Director
Trina Dreyer - Induction Specialist
Meagan Dossey - Induction Secretary
