The Mentor plays a key role in supporting the professional growth and development of in-service, conditionally licensed teachers during their field experiences in a special education environment. This individual serves as a liaison between CCBC and partner schools, providing mentorship and feedback based on evaluating candidates' teaching performance in accordance with program and state licensure requirements.

Required:

• Minimum of a master's degree in education.
• Minimum of 5 years of K-12 teaching experience in Special Education. 
• 2 years experience mentoring teacher candidates.
• Valid Maryland teaching certification/ license (APC/APL) in Special Education (Elementary or Secondary).
• Ability to travel to school sites or conduct remote observations if needed.

Preferred:

· Familiarity with state licensure requirements and performance-based assessments (e.g., edTPA).

· Experience with diverse school settings and commitment to equity in education.

1. Observe in-service teachers in K-12 special education classroom settings and provide constructive feedback.
2. Conduct formal evaluations of teacher candidates using program rubrics and observation tools.
3. Collaborate with in-school mentors and school administrators to support teachers' development.
4. Hold regular conferences (in-person or virtual) with teacher candidates to reflect on teaching practices, progress, and areas for improvement.
5. Document candidate progress and submit timely evaluations, observation notes, and required reports.
6. Maintain ongoing communication with the MAAPP Director and teacher education department staff.
7. Attend orientation sessions, trainings, and supervision meetings as required.
8. Facilitate in-school mentor training and support groups on a monthly basis.
9. Support candidates in implementing culturally responsive and inclusive teaching strategies.
10. Promote professional ethics and effective classroom management aligned with program expectations.

About Community College of Baltimore County

CCBC is the college of choice for over 70,000 students and 200 businesses each year — all with unique goals, strengths and requirements. By offering a holistic learning environment that is both accepting and challenging, we meet students where they are and take them where they want to go. CCBC is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all hiring and employment practices. We are committed to equal treatment for all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by law. CCBC’s benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, ample paid time off, choice of one of two Maryland State Retirement Plans (contributory and noncontributory), and much more.

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