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The prospective teacher is responsible with the retired teacher to make certain the communication is ongoing. Communication will be made through e-mail. The more often the contact, the greater the comfort level that will develop between prospective teacher and retired teacher. If you choose to communicate with a Retired Teacher (mentor) you must meet these responsibilities:
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- initiate and maintain regular communication with a mentor
- must be open and honest about his/her needs
- must realize that mentors are providing alternative suggestions to the discussion; the prospective teacher (mentee) must selecct from suggestions he/she believes is the best suited for the situation
- must communicate his/her expectations, and
- must respect the effort the mentor is making to further his/her career.
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Mentoring must be viewed as a partnership. Each party must feel free to contribute to the discussion. The partnership must be a relationship of equal sharing. A healthy relationship can develop not only into a successful sharing, but also a great friendship.
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