Audience
beginning teachers
What is the new teacher academy?
lead4ward’s New Teacher Academy helps grow effective teachers through ongoing professional learning and support over the course of the school year. With customized content that is timely, relevant, and actionable, new teachers – whether they are certified, currently seeking certification, joining from out-of-state, or a long-term substitute – will gain vital tools and resources to elevate their classroom environment and instruction. Support builds confidence and competence, so you have empowered new teachers who stay in the profession!
Choose the content based on the needs of your new teachers:
- First steps as an effective teacher
- Key domains in education
- Building professional connections
- Making the most of professional learning
- Managing the classroom environment
- Preparing for the first days with students
- Developing partnerships with families
- Educator mindsets and managing stress
- Effective teaching and learning practices
- Planning for high-quality instruction
- Monitoring and adjusting during instruction
- Professional educators are learners
- lead4ward tools, resources, and engaging instructional strategies
Note: lead4ward’s Your New Teacher Journey: From First Steps to Firm Ground book should be purchased for each academy participant. Books are sold separately and are in addition to the training fee. Books can be purchased from store.lead4ward.com
What people are saying
“The New Teacher Academy has made me feel capable of being good at this. It shows me how I can inject my personality and make academic impact on my students.” – Ryan M., Belton ISD
Customized Professional Learning
- Customize the number of academy days that work best for your district
- Choose 2-5 days of professional learning throughout the school year
- Topics will be tailored to the district’s needs depending on the number of academy days and the time of year of the training
Requests
Interested in bringing a lead4ward New Teacher Academy to your district? Complete the PD form found here–>
Questions
For questions, email [email protected]
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Keli Soliz
Keli Soliz, M.Ed., is a passionate educator and enthusiastic champion for empowering new teachers and mentors, instilling in them the confidence and skills to successfully navigate the complexities of the teaching profession. Read more–>