Certification Mentor for Novice Teachers (CE or CEAS Holders)

id='p2625_'>Certification Mentor for Novice Teachers (CE or CEAS Holders) JobID: 2625

Position Type:

Extracurricular Activities/Teacher (Extra Duty)

Date Posted:

8/20/2026

Location:

DIVISION OF CURRICULUM SERVICES

Date Available:

Until Filled

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Under New Jersey law (N.J.S.A. 18A:6-127), school districts must pair novice provisional teachers with effective, experienced mentors. Mentors provide 30 weeks of guidance, observations, and confidential support. Annual mentor payments are $550 for traditional route (CEAS) OR $1,000 for alternate route teachers (CE).

Core Mentor Requirements

• Experience: At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience and active teaching within the last 5 years.
• Evaluations: Must hold a recent summative evaluation rating of "Effective" or "Highly Effective".
• Separation of Role: Mentors cannot serve as the novice teacher's direct supervisor or conduct formal employment evaluations.
• Training: Must complete comprehensive training covering New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS), adult learning, and observation skills.