Planning

As Teaching Artists, we know that so much can and will arise unexpectedly in the classroom; having a strong plan in place can help you feel prepared to provide a meaningful experience for your students no matter what. These resources are designed to support your planning process—from leading an initial planning meeting and observing the classroom, to generating goals with classroom professionals and students, and developing a curriculum.

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  • Arts Residency Profile Form

    Classroom Partners

    Send this Arts Residency Profile to Classroom Professionals to learn more about their class and students or use it as part of your planning meeting.

  • Classroom Observation Tips

    Classroom Partners

    If possible, ask to observe the classroom before your workshop or residency and use these tips to guide your observation.

  • Co-Generating Goals with Classroom Professionals

    Classroom Partners

    Use the goals of the Classroom Professionals you are working with to support or inform your lesson plans to foster more collaboration and investment.

  • Engaging Classroom Professionals and Caregivers Online

    Classroom Partners, Remote Teaching & Learning

    Explore ways to engage Classroom Professionals—and possibly students' caregivers, too—while teaching online.

  • Paraprofessional Roles & Responsibilities

    Classroom Partners

    Understand the various roles of Paraprofessionals (Paras) in the classroom and explore ways to engage them in your lesson.

  • Planning Meeting Agenda for Online Workshops or Residencies

    Classroom Partners, Remote Teaching & Learning

    Follow this suggested planning meeting agenda which includes specific questions to set you up for success when teaching online.

  • Planning Meeting Guidelines

    Classroom Partners

    Use these strategies and questions to help gather student information and build relationships with Classroom Professionals.

  • Planning Meeting Preparation by Role

    Classroom Partners

    Plan for a productive planning meeting by understanding each person's role and the information they bring to the meeting