Tanessa Sanchez

Palomar College

CHDV 195: Adult Supervision & Mentoring

Fall 2026 August 24 - December 19, 2026

16 Week | Online Only Course | Palomar College

Textbooks

The following is a list of books we will be using in this course. Readings will be strategically assigned to coincide with weekly topics.

Chu, Marilyn, (2014). Developing Mentoring and Coaching Relationships in Early Care and Education: A Reflective Approach. Pearson Education, Inc.

Optional & Highly Recommended Course Text

Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS-3) by Thelma Harms, Richard M. Clifford, and Debby Cryer ISBN: 978-0-8077-5570-9
Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale (ITERS-R) Revised by Thelma Harms, Debby Cryer, and Richard M. Clifford ISBN: 9780807746400

Additional Online Readings

Online educational resources will be assigned each week at the discretion of the instructor and with regards to the topic. Links will be provided in the reading sections and online course syllabus for each weekly module. You may need your Palomar ID and password to access some of the readings or to access some of the links.

Why take this class?

This course is designed for students who plan to supervise other adults in the early childhood classroom and is required for the levels of Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, and Program Director for the Child Development Permit issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Methods and principles of supervising student teachers, volunteers, staff, and other adults in early care and education settings. Emphasis is on the roles and development of early childhood professionals as mentors and leaders. The role of the experienced classroom teacher working as a mentor to new teachers while addressing the needs of children, parents, staff, and community resources will be emphasized. Students study effective models for guidance and evaluation of adults, positive communication skills, and the role of the mentor in a teaching environment.

Course Goals

CHDV 195 Learning Outcomes

Individualize mentoring and supervision strategies based on the roles and developmental stages of adult learners.
Demonstrate competency in communication and reflective practices when working with diverse adult populations.
Use a variety of personnel, program, and environmental assessment tools to inform leadership decisions.

Assessment Methods

1. Porch talks, mentor toolkit, and mentor/director interview.

2. Porch talks, self/peer evaluation, and mentor/director interview.

3. Porch talks, Environmental Rating Scale, mentor toolkit, and self-evaluation assignments.

Grading

We can't expect children to learn without hands-on, active experiences, and we can't expect that from you either. Some practical elements of this course will allow you to advance your skills in the area of supervising other adults. This may include mentoring, coaching, and leading. You will also have an opportunity to create a professional portfolio for future employment. The following is an example of how important the coursework will be to your final grade.

You will have opportunities to reflect on your own work and progress throughout the semester. The intention is to help you focus on working in a way that prioritizes your holistic development as opposed to working through fear and worry about scores. The chart below represents the direct paths to receiving the score you want. The following represents the direct path to receiving the score you want.

Students should be aware of the Student Success Guide and the many resources offered by Palomar's Child Development Department. The Palomar Dashboard is also available and offers learning opportunities to teach students to use information ethically and accurately.

How Grades Will Be Weighted

90 – 100% A (5) (261-290 points)

80 – 89% B (4) (232-260 points)

70 – 79% C (3) (203-231 points)

60 – 69% D (2) (174-202 points)

0 – 59% F (1) (0 – 173 points)

Important Note:

I want you to be successful. Reading all assignment instructions and rubrics thoroughly will help you succeed. When you are struggling, please contact me, so we can work together. I understand that life gets complicated. Please submit all your work in Canvas (not e-mail). Resubmissions are encouraged for low-scoring grades, and assignment comments will help guide you toward completion. You will receive the grade you earn. Please check your Canvas Inbox and the Announcement thread frequently!

"If you cannot see where you are going, ask someone who has been there before." — J Loren Norris

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