ARJE Mentee Application- Jan D. Katzew Mentoring Program

The Jan D. Katzew Mentor Program is a collaborative initiative that brings together experienced educators and newer educators . It offers newer educators a supportive partner to explore challenging questions, address areas of professional growth, and develop a collegial relationship with a fellow professional in a similar field.  For experienced educators, it provides a platform to share their knowledge and contribute to the growth of their peers.

Mentee Requirements:

  • ARJE Educator in good standing
  • In your current role for 2-5 years
  • Able to commit to regular communication and meetings with your mentor
  • Attendance at the program launch on Thursday, November 12 - Friday morning November 13 in Needham, MA

What to expect:

In addition to regular meetings between mentor and mentee, the program includes:

  • An in-person orientation and learning program with your mentor/mentee at Temple Beth Sholom in Needham, MA where you will not only learn about the mentor experience from Dr. Michelle Lynn-Sachs but also have a chance to learn about and see Temple Beth Sholom’s educational programs, to learn from Rabbi Jan Katzew, Ph.D., RJE, and to be part of our celebration of mentorship and Jewish educators with the launch of this program. The 24-hour experience will provide deep learning, program preparation, an ability to connect with your partner, and a chance to meet ARJE leaders and donors who have envisioned this experience just for you!
  • Check-ins and support from ARJE leadership and/or program facilitator Dr. Michelle Lynn-Sachs, RJE
  • Orientation, mid-program group convening, and concluding programs

The in-person launch will be held Midday Thursday, November 12, through Friday morning, November 13, at Temple Beth Sholom in Needham, MA. Travel subsidies will be available for those whose communities are unable to support the cost of coming to the Boston area, and there will be no cost for the event.

Should you wish to become a mentee and are unable to attend the in-person launch please share the specific challenges you may be facing at the bottom of this form or reach out to Stacy Rigler, ARJE CEO at srigler@reformeducators.org

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