The rationale behind a new teacher induction program is that the primary personnel objective of any organization is to attract the most qualified personnel and move them, as quickly as possible, toward performance competence and personal satisfaction within their professional assignment. This transition is particularly important for new teachers,…

The primary features of the Richardson Independent School District's (Richardson, Texas) New Teacher Induction Program are: (1) a "New Teacher Inservice Day" specifically designed to meet the needs of entry-level teachers; (2) a weekly meeting between beginning teachers and the building principal; and (3) professional seminars throughout…

The Richardson Independent School District's (Texas) New Teacher Induction Program was evaluated by surveying teachers at three different times throughout the induction year. The three primary features of the program--a new teacher inservice day, a weekly meeting with principals, and professional seminars--were evaluated. Evaluation data also…

Comparison of videotapes of inexperienced and established junior high school teachers on their first, second, tenth, and twenty-eighth days of school provided insight into student needs and the teacher behaviors that set the stage for instructional success. Teacher supervisors can use such videotapes to help orient new teachers. (PGD)