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METAA Mentor Program

Join the METAA Mentorship Program for Educational Technology Leaders

METAA is pleased to announce that the METAA Mentorship Program for Educational Technology Leaders is in its second year. This program supports new and current educational technology leaders in their career development by fostering meaningful mentoring connections.

Program Overview:

The METAA Educational Technology Leader Mentorship Program is designed to empower educational technology leaders in K-12 schools/districts by enhancing their skills and knowledge in the following areas:

  • Active participation in the school district’s long-term strategic and operational goals
  • Understanding of how technology enriches the student educational experience.
  • Efficient management of technology and support resources

Benefits of Participation:

By participating in our mentorship program, you will:

  • Set clear goals for your mentorship partnership.
  • Experience personal and professional development.
  • Build essential skills and confidence.
  • Enhance job satisfaction and reduce turnover.
  • Participate in sessions addressing real-world challenges.
  • Explore Massachusetts laws and procedures related to technology integration in education.
  • Network with other educational technology professionals.

Program Details:

The METAA Mentorship Program is open to new or current educational technology leaders in school and district settings.

The METAA Mentorship Program will accept mentees on a rolling basis. The mentorship will run for one year, with an optional extension for an additional year. Each mentorship pair (mentor and mentee thought partners) will collaboratively determine partnership goals and meeting frequency. The program fee for the first year is $3000.

Throughout the program, mentorship pairs (thought partners) will communicate remotely or in person for approximately 1 – 2 hours per session, supplemented by email correspondence. Sessions will be tailored to the needs and challenges of each mentee, with a minimum of 15 sessions. All interactions are confidential. Mentors and mentees will participate in sessions with their cohort to explore “Problems of Practice” throughout the first year.

An additional year of mentee support can be provided at the end of the first year. Extended mentors and mentees will communicate remotely for a minimum of 6 sessions, with additional check-ins as needed. All sessions are confidential. Additionally, there may be sessions to explore additional problems of practice in collaboration with other mentorship pairs in the program. The cost of extending the mentorship partnership for the additional year is $1500.

Application Process:

To apply, please complete the Mentee Application Form and submit a letter of recommendation from your District Superintendent along with your current resume through the Application link. We encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

We are committed to creating meaningful mentorships and supporting you and your organization in achieving your goals.

Warm regards,
Jim Sullivan, CETL
President
Massachusetts Educational Technology Administrators Association (METAA)