Helping new teachers is a special and tough job. When I mentored at the University of Reading, I saw how complex it is to guide someone into teaching. Being a mentor is more than just enjoying shaping the next generation of teachers. It's about thinking about my own teaching and communicating well. In this post, I talk about the good and tough parts of mentoring, from the joy of growing professionally to the challenges of time limits and meeting different needs. Mentoring is not just giving advice; it's a journey that affects both the mentor and the new teacher in a lasting way.
