Teacher Induction
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 explore best practices designed to meet the needs of diverse learners with a focus on individualized goals and student achievement. Teachers are supported while establishing and providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable learning environment that will enable all students to succeed.
Walnut Valley Induction Consortium
Walnut Valley USD, Rowland USD, East Whittier SD, South Whittier SD, Whittier City SD, Lowell Joint USD
Teacher Induction Program Overview and Admittance Requirements
Induction is a two year state sponsored program in which preliminary credential holders demonstrate efficacy and earn a clear credential. Qualified teachers 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 on-going 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 credential, 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 the authorization.
More information may be found in the
Program Handbook or on the CTC website at http://www.ctc.ca.gov/
Walnut Valley Induction Consortium 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 provide 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.
Induction Candidate Memo of Understanding
Early Completion Option Application
Grievance Policy - Handbook Page 10
Mentors - Information Flyer
Experienced teachers with at least 3 years 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 need.
Mentor Roles & Responsibilities
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 Seminars
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
For information about enrollment contact:
Ron Thibodeaux, Ed.D.
Induction Director
880 S. Lemon Ave.
Walnut, CA 91789
(909) 444-3451
Walnut Valley Consortium Induction Program
Trina Dreyer - Induction Specialist
Meagan Dossey - Induction Secretary
