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!


New Teacher Academy

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

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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

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As a new teacher, you will have access to resources through Canvas.  You will receive your Canvas log-in at orientation.  If you haven't attended orientation yet and would like access to canvas, please contact your HR generalist for help.

Join your content area's Canvas page for curriculum guides and resources, state materials, and up-to-date information about your content!

New Teacher Canvas Course (self-enroll)

Elementary

Middle

High


Mentoring Programs

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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

HCS INDUCTION SUPPORTS


Year One

  • 5-Day New Teacher Academy
  • Summer Classroom Set-up Labs
  • Monthly New Teacher Network
    • Classroom Management
    • Whole Teacher=Well Teacher
  • Site-Based Lead Mentor Support
    • Monthly PLCs
  • First Year Teacher Mentor
  • New Teacher Coaching as Requested
  • Monthly New Teacher Letter Connection Newsletter

Year Two

  • 3-day New Teacher Academy 2.0
  • Monthly New Teacher Network
    • Classroom Management
    • Whole Teacher=Well Teacher
  • Site-Based Lead Mentor Support
    • Monthly PLCs
  • New Teacher Coaching as Requested
  • Monthly New Teacher Connection Newsletter

Year Three

  • Monthly New Teacher Network
    • Classroom Management
    • Whole Teacher=Well Teacher
  • Site-Based Lead Mentor Support
    • Monthly PLCs
  • New Teacher Coaching as Requested
  • Monthly New Teacher Connection Newsletter
  • Leadership Pathways
    • Mentoring First Year Teachers
    • Hosting Student Teachers
    • Presenting to Your Peers