Breadcrumb
Mentoring
Support the educational service experience for success
Successful support of students in service positions at your agency begins when students first approach your agency. Transparent and upfront screening steps (based on a well-developed position description) can help select the right student match for your needs. Guide students new to your agency on a warm and welcoming site orientation to help set the tone and expectations for student conduct and interactions with your organization's constituents, while helping the students feel more comfortable and relevant to your agency, programs, and mission. Site supervisors who provide excellent mentoring skills, including positive troubleshooting strategies as needed, can enhance the student's learning experience for both the student and staff.
For tips on each of these practices:
Screening and Beginning of Service