VISION To provide a collaborative space for TESOL professionals from diverse work settings at all stages of their careers to help further their productivity as educators and advocates of English learners across Maryland.
GOAL
To bring together professionals from across the state who would (1) not otherwise have the opportunity to interact together, and (2) provide and receive guidance, support, motivation, and role modeling as it relates to who they are as members of the TESOL field within our state.
We are currently looking for TESOL professionals from around the state who (1) are interested in becoming a mentor to others in our field, and (2) want to be menteed by colleagues who can guide them as they grow professionally within TESOL
FAQ
What is the overall timeline for the program? Visit our TIMELINE page.
Who can take part in this program? All mentors and mentees must be Maryland TESOL members by the time the program starts.
Are you looking for anything particularly in a Mentor? Visit our “APPLY TO BE A MENTOR” page.
How do I become a mentor? All interested parties must apply to become a mentor during our application window (July-August). After being verified, all chosen mentors must attend out Mentor Coaching sessions, a 15 hour series taking place from August-November. In these sessions, they will be guided by two of our Past-Presidents on how to become a mentor. Additionally, they will learn who mentors specifically within our field. Activities and homework are an outcome of this series, with a final project that illustrates their mentoring philosophy. All mentors will receive a Certificate of Completion from Maryland TESOL and will be asked to take part in an invited session at our Fall Conference, focusing on the Mentorship Program. There, mentors will begin networking with prospective mentees!
How do I become a mentee in the program? First, attend our Fall Conference! There, you will meet the program mentors and discuss their mentoring philosophies, background, etc. Mentee applications will open that day and will remain open until November 30th. All applicants will be notified of their status mid-December and will be matched with a mentor. Meetings with a mentor take place at agreed upon times from January to June. Mentees will be assigned tasks by their mentors to address their TESOL field goals. For more details and to apply to the program, visit our APPLY TO BE A MENTEE page.
2023-2024 PROGRAM TIMELINE
July 15, 2024: Mentor Applications open
August 12, 2024: Mentor Applications Due
Late August 2024: Mentor Applicants Notified of Status
September to December 2024: Mentor Coaching Program (all mentors must be current Maryland TESOL members by the start of the Coaching Program)
October 21, 2024: Mentee Applications Open
November 2, 2024 (Fall Conference): Mentors attend the Mentorship Program Session & network with potential mentees
Late November, 2024: Mentee Applications Due (all mentees must be current Maryland TESOL members at the time of application submission)
Early December 2024: Mentee Applicants Notified of Status; Mentor/Mentee Match-Ups & Initial Meetings
January to June 2025: Mentoring Meet-Ups
Maryland TESOL Annual Membership Meeting & Spring Dinner (May 2025, location TBA): Celebrate the successes of our mentors and mentees with the greater Maryland TESOL Community!