Mentor Teacher - 2+ Mentees / Year 1

Description of Service Opportunity:

This opportunity is a stipend to provide mentoring support for two or more first-year teachers during the 2025-2026 school year as described in the CPS mentoring guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

To serve as a CPS Mentor, an educator must:

• Hold professional licensure (or have at least three years of teaching experience in the role being mentored and have the recommendation of their principal or supervisor).
• Hold professional teacher status (PTS) in the Cambridge Public Schools (or have accumulated extensive previous teaching experience in the role being mentored).
• Have demonstrated effective teaching practice in the classroom as shown by receiving a rating of at least proficient or exemplary on their most recent evaluation.
• Have demonstrated practice that reflects excellent content knowledge of the MA Curriculum Frameworks and the Standards of Effective Teaching Practice and Educator Evaluation System.
• Be an effective communicator and problem solver, especially when working with colleagues.
• Have demonstrated proficiency in a variety of pedagogical strategies/methods to meet a diverse range of learning needs.
• Be knowledgeable about the professional and community resources in the school and district.
• Be able to maintain a confidential relationship.

Length of Contract:

September 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026

Contract Amount:

Flat Rate $2500.00