Classroom Mentoring is So Important
- Oakland Serves

- Jul 28, 2024
- 1 min read
What do the teachers think of our classroom mentors?
1. We go to where they are at, literally and figuratively.
2. We know what they need to do to succeed.
3. We re-enforce learning in real time.
4. We encourage class participation and independent thinking.
5. We celebrate their success.

“[The mentors] had a tremendous impact on the overall functioning of the classes ... They were able to help my spanish-speaking students navigate the spaces they were in to make sure there were learning and appropriately challenged... I am actually able to take the time to address the needs of the class while others are able to help students individually. For that, I am incredibly grateful to have [the mentors] in my classroom.”
"Mr __ worked 1-1 with two of my students who had some significant gaps in their foundational math skills. He was really patient, thoughtful, and supportive of these two students and formed a close relationship with them throughout the year.”
"[Ms ___] is awesome and a great force in our class.”
We are now recruiting mentors for Fall 2024. School starts August 12!
Check out our current opportunities
Review our on-boarding procedures for new mentors
Complete an application to become a mentor!




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