Mentoring and coaching newly qualified teachers
Mentoring and coaching newly qualified teachers

Summary/Abstract: The process of becoming a teacher is a complex one, and it entails several stages, starting from initial teacher training, going onto induction and later on, with continuous professional development. The most important transition phase is that from initial training into professional life, because this is the stage at which the beginning teacher will decide whether they will continue in the system or will leave it. At this stage they will develop professional commitment and the understanding of their role and dedication to the profession. At European level, there is consensus on the fact that newly-qualified teachers need at least one year for the induction period, during which they should receive systematic guidance and support. This support should come from mentors and other colleagues, but at the same time, they should benefit from reduced teaching load, and should be given full access to appropriate support resources. At the same time, newly qualified teachers should benefit from a mandatory guidance programme, and should be given support in relating their previously acquired theoretical knowledge to actual teaching practice. The present study will deal with the types of support that can be given to newly qualified teachers, as stipulated by The Order of the Minister of Education no. 5485 of 29 September 2011.

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