- Ector County Independent School District
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Odessa Pathway to Teaching
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A key component to the Odessa Pathway to Teaching is the ongoing, in-person support that each apprentice receives. Our training model is hands on and personalized, ensuring each apprentice feels supported and prepared to lead their own classroom. See below for more information regarding the support in place through our program:
- Mentor Teachers - Mentor Teachers are high-performing ECISD educators who have been selected to serve in this role. During Pre-Service Training, your Mentor Teacher will provide daily coaching and feedback. This partnership supports apprentices in gaining critical skills from an experienced teacher prior to becoming a teacher of record for their own classroom.
- Instructional Coaches - Instructional Coaches in the Odessa Pathway to Teaching are also Instructional Coaches within ECISD, bringing with them ample experience in developing teachers. In addition to providing coaching and feedback like the Mentor Teachers, Instructional Coaches also conduct observations, lead skill-building sessions, and monitor Pre-Service Training performance. Support continues throughout the school year with ongoing observations, coaching, and trainings.