New Teacher Onboarding

We have three main goals for you as a new teacher in our district, so every piece of our induction program is designed with these goals in mind. As a new teacher, we want you to be

• Connected.
  Our onboarding opportunities are designed so you can connect with other teachers and with those to help guide you when you have questions.
• Knowledgeable.
  We want to empower you so that you are knowledgeable about what you will be teaching and how you will be evaluated.
• Valued.
  Tennessee does not have a requirement for new teacher onboarding, but we are investing in this area.

We hope that you will feel supported on your journey as a new teacher in our district!

Talent Development in Contacts

Dr. Chrissy Easterly, Director of Talent Development

Sherry Born, Administrative Assistant 423-498-6805

Mollie Johnson, Leadership Development Facilitator

Erin Kirby, Induction Coordinator

Dr. Cheryl McCray, Induction Specialist

Dr. Lorraine Hernandez, New Teacher Coach - District

Emily McCulley, New Teacher Coach - District - GYO

Dana Turney, New Teacher Coach – Project Inspire

New Teacher Academy

5 days of professional development for new-to-district teachers

Classroom Set Up Labs

Learn about creating a warm, inviting environment for your students.

Thinking about setting up your classroom, but not sure where to start? Attend a classroom set up lab!

You will receive hands-on content specific labs in a veteran teacher's classroom exploring the following:

• Organization of Teacher (plans, emails, data)
• Organization of Student Materials
• Room Arrangement (whole and small group stations)
• Wall Space (anchor charts, routines/procedures)

Teaching & Learning

Curriculum Resources for New Teachers

Mentoring Programs

Lead Mentor

Receive support from your school-based Lead Mentor/Induction Liaison

The lead mentor provides school-based orientation for all new-to-building teachers and facilitates their school-based New Teacher Network.

Mentor

Provides individualized support to first year teachers including observation/feedback cycles.

3 Year Induction

Support for your first year of teaching and beyond