Introduction

Most teachers are not given much direction when they first begin teaching; however this is often when teachers need help and support the most. Many teachers have questions that are relatively simple to answer, they just do not know who to ask. Others have specific, more complicated problems that they need help with. Both of these situations are easily remedied using some of the following information.

First are some tips on how to use mentors to train new teachers and how to set up a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP) at your school. Next are Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that may be able to address some more easily answered questions. There's also information about Unions and updates on policies and issues regarding education.