Montgomery County Public Schools

Professional Growth Systems → Mentors

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. 

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, a mentor Verification form should be returned to NTI. 
• 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

CPD Courses for New Teachers

What is the New Teacher Induction Program?

What MCPS Administrators Need to Know (PPT)

What Can My Mentor Do for Me?