TITLE: Mentor Classified Staff
REPORTS TO: Building/Department Supervisor
MAJOR FUNCTIONS: The Mentor will provide rolebased guidance to the new classified staff member for a 3 month 90 day) timeframe. The mentor will support the new classified staff member in connecting to other members of the staff the role of the position and the larger Marion district as well provide support specific to district building and/or department procedures and expectations.
SALARY: $100 stipend payable upon completion of the 3 month 90 day) mentoring cycle prorated. Up to 5 hours additional time over the 3 months beyond regularly scheduled hours (not to exceed 40 hrs/week; approximately 2.5 hrs during the first 2 weeks and 2.5 hrs over the remaining 2.5 months) for mentor/mentee support.
PURPOSE: To strengthen connections of new staff members to colleagues the role of the job and the Marion Independent School District community with the intent of successfully onboarding new staff and supporting staff retention.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Using the Classified Staff Mentor Checklist orient the new staff member to the role
Provide job shadowing during the first few days of the job
Introduce to others on staff
Provide a building/district tour relevant to the role
Provide rolebased guidance and assistance to the new classified staff member
Provide a collegial relationship for the new classified staff member in their new work environment
Provide new classified staff member with an overview of procedures and tools such as use of time clock leave system district email and Staff Resources
Attend mentor training
Meet at a minimum daily in the first 3 days and once per week during the first month and bimonthly during months 2 and 3 to provide support and guidance
May serve as the mentor for 13 staff members at a given time (not to exceed 3
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrate a growth mindset
Demonstrate an ability to problem solve in a positive manner
Demonstrate a desire for continued professional learning
Demonstrate proficiency in the role for which mentoring is required
Possess strong organizational skills
Demonstrate the following core values of the district: Collaborative Relationships; The Marion Way (Respect Responsibility Safety Integrity) as well as a focus on supporting students and colleagues.
EDUCATION and TRAINING:
At a minimum one successful year in the role for which mentoring is required
At a minimum 6 months at Marion Independent School District
Participation in MISD Classified Mentor training (provided upon hire for the role)
The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the Marion Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. Additionally the MISD does not discriminate in its education programs and activities employment opportunities or accommodations pursuant to Title IX Section 504 and Title II and on a continuous basis reflects this policy in announcements employment application forms district policy registration materials and student handbooks The District has established grievance procedures for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact: Equity Coordinator (for employment) Janelle Brouwer Superintendent 777 South 15th Street Marion Iowaor Equity and Title IX Coordinator (for programs) Gretchen Kriegel Assistant Superintendent 777 South 15th Street Marion Iowa
The Marion Independent School District is dedicated to supporting equity and the success of each child. We recognize we are a community of different cultures and identities and we will promote an environment where all feel welcomed and can thrive. The District and its employees will foster a community where everyone belongs will treat others with dignity and respect and will encourage our community partners to do the same.
Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies including but not limited to complaints of discrimination may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions Milwaukee Area Office Reuss Federal Plaza 310 West Wisconsin Ave. Suite 800 Milwaukee TTY. or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission 400 E. 14th Street Des Moines IowaorThis inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of or in addition to an inquiry or complaint at the local level.
Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school districts central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.
Classified Staff Mentor Internal Only
