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The New Teacher Induction (NTI) Program

The primary goal of the New Teacher Induction Program is to support and retain novice and experienced new-to-MCPS educators through a comprehensive induction system that improves instructional practice and supports student achievement. 

The secondary goal of the program is to develop the leadership capacity of new-to-MCPS educators, mentors, and other critical personnel. 

NEW UPDATE:

Mentors: Our office is currently working out a new payment process that alligns with the HUB+ processes. The new mentor payment request instructions have been released via email to all mentors as of January 16, 2025. Mentors can find the email with the following subject: "FY25 Mentor Payment Request Email - Semester A"

Mentor Coordinators: Our office is no longer receiving hardcopies or emailed PDF versions of the Mentor Verification List Form. You may complete and submit your school/office Mentor Verification using the link here.

Contact Information

New Teacher Induction Program
45 W. Gude Drive, Suite 2400
Rockville, Maryland 20850

Phone: (240) 740 - 8069

Dr. Yolanda Stanislaus
Director
Yolanda_Stanislaus@mcpsmd.org

Serenity Moore
Coordinator
Serenity_L_Moore@mcpsmd.org

Emily Jimenez
Administrative Secretary
Emily_M_Jimenez@mcpsmd.org

The Mentor Program 

MCPS has a strong mentor program that supports new educators in their first three years with MCPS.

  • At the beginning of each school year, principals and supervisors are sent a memo outlining the mentor program for the year.
  • Principals and supervisors should refer to the memo's Selection Checklist and Expectations as they identify potential mentors.
  • Please note: New teachers with Consulting Teachers are not eligible for mentors unless a special exemption has been granted by NTI.
  • Once the selection process is complete, please fill out the Mentor Verification Form.
  • Mentors will receive an email containing the program details and Criteria and Duties after they have been verified and given a mentor tab.
  • Mentors are expected to document their work through online mentor logs and should refer to the PDO Guide to Online Mentor Logs for more information.
  • Mentors are expected to be trained--Training Opportunities are available for new mentors.
  • Mentors can receive payment for their services. Mentors should refer to the Stipend FAQs for more information. 

 

Links & Documents

New Educators Video