The host site, through the supervisor or mentors, picks the applicants to be interviewed. This personal interview helps teachers and hosts gauge compatibility. Afterwards, the host-site supervisor and mentor determine which applicant best suits their needs. The teacher decides if the work experience will provide new insights and understanding to be applied in the classroom. Prospective interns visit the host institution's facilities.
Mentors describe the work done in the institution and the office environment.
These visits reduce apprehension for all participants. Selection Ultimately, the host-site supervisor and mentor must rely on their judgment in selecting teachers. The program manager can assist by providing additional information from school district administrators familiar with the teacher's work. Pairing teachers with mentors requires careful consideration of many variables. A good match of teacher and mentor promotes useful, valuable work.