All individuals applying to be a mentor in the Ventura County General Education or Education Specialist Induction Consortiums and the Designated Subjects Career Technical or Adult Education Clear Credential Programs must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements:

• Hold a California Clear or Life Teaching Credential that includes an English Learner Authorization.  

• ​Have been approved and assigned as a mentor by the program candidate's employing school district/agency. Please note that all applications are also subject to program approval.
• Minimum of three years effective teaching experience.

Each Teacher Induction Program candidate is assigned an experienced teacher called a “mentor” within 30 days of enrollment. With the assistance of the mentor, the candidate will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills required of a professional educator.

Any questions, contact our office at (805) 437-1320 or academicadvise@vcoe.org.