The state of Iowa requires a two-year induction program for all new teachers. This mentoring and induction course follows the guidelines set forth by Iowa Code and is intended to positively impact classroom instruction, increase student achievement, and sustain quality teachers in the education field. Each session introduces the Iowa Teaching Standards, provides training in research-based strategies and quality first instruction, leads new teachers through the requirements of licensure, and gives an overview of Chapters 25 and 26 of Ethics for Educators. New teachers learn classroom strategies, engage in peer collaboration, and reflect with their mentor to improve their teaching practices and meet standard licensing requirements. Provides instructional coaching based on the needs of beginning educators and their work toward proficiency on the Iowa Teaching Standards, and provides professional development focused on learning and improving teacher practices. Participates in peer collaboration in regularly scheduled sessions to share instructional strategies and discuss classroom challenges. Mentors learn specific skills on how best to coach their new teachers through their first two years. Provides training for mentors to understand and use the coaching stances of collaborating, consulting, and coaching as they work with their new teachers.