Welcome to Putnam City Schools Guest Teacher Program Training!

Thank you for becoming a Guest Teacher with Putnam City Schools! We are excited to have you join our team, where every guest teacher is a valuable part of our students' learning experience. Our program is designed to support you in the critical role of stepping in for classroom teachers, ensuring continuity, and fostering a positive, productive environment for our students.

Returning Guest Teachers are a vital part of our community, and we appreciate the experience you bring. Each year, we ask returning guest teachers to complete the minimum compliance training as well as provide the opportunity, through PC University, for additional training to grow professionally and achieve the gold level status for the guest teacher program. 

Thank you for your dedication and readiness to make a positive difference in our students' lives. We look forward to supporting you every step of the way as a valued member of Putnam City Schools! 

Modules

Module

Course

Description

Length

Date

Time

Location

Module #1

The Guest Teacher Program and Classroom Management

This training equips substitute teachers with essential skills in professionalism, classroom management, and organization to ensure a smooth and effective experience in any classroom.

1 Hours

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

Module #2

Understanding and Implementing Lesson Plans

In this training, substitute teachers will develop skills to efficiently review and interpret lesson plans, allowing them to quickly understand and implement the day's objectives.

1 Hour

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

Module #3

Engagement and Instructional Techniques

This training equips substitute teachers with effective engagement strategies tailored to both elementary and secondary classrooms.

1 Hour

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

Module #4

Building Rapport and Communication Skills

This training provides substitute teachers with fast and effective rapport-building techniques to establish positive connections with students from the start.

1 Hour

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

TBA for 2025-2026

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