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You don't have to navigate the roller coaster of your first years of teaching by yourself.

That’s why we’re here to help.

Our Mastermind Family Program Offers New Teachers:

Responsive professional development

No more sit-and-get workshops. Masterminds are designed to focus on what you want help with in the moment you need it.

A safe space to ask for help

Masterminds connect teachers cross-building & are confidential, so no need to worry that your questions get back to your admin.

Structured reflection and feedback

Giving you time to process what's happening in your own classroom to identify what to continue and how to pivot

Collaboration with teachers like you across the country

What obstacles would you overcome if you could pick the brain of your own personal board of brilliant educators for every challenge you face this year?

What people say:

Just being able to vocalize/talk through my frustrations and challenges has been super therapeutic. Besides that, I’ve learned how to actually change things that aren’t working rather than just complain, and I’ve become way more confident in my teaching abilities. The benefits are worth it. Mastermind equals instant feedback, a community of people going through the same things, and a space to reach out for help and help others. It gets no better than that! ​
Jazlyn HandySpecial Education ELA Teacher
We typically have official mentoring and induction for new teachers, but it doesn't meet the demands they face. The result is turnover, disengagement, and, unfortunately, an exodus from the profession. Not only is the New Teacher Mastermind Program a quality professional experience that supports new teachers, but it dives deep into the issues that plague retention efforts, and it provides a network of connections for new staff to thrive in their schools. I recommend getting all of your new teachers involved. You won't regret it.
Dr. T.J. VariAssistant Superintendent, Appoquinimink School District
I haven’t really been to a PD that has been so in it to win it--where everyone has their voice heard, and that you feel like you matter.
Gabriel HarleyMiddle School Choir Teacher
I remember once I had had a really hard day and you asked us for one good thing that had happened that day, and I felt I couldn’t remember anything. I just felt ashamed and just really hard on myself. But by the end of the discussion I realized that I actually could take something away from my day and find something good in it. Having that community who could help me see the good through the bad really helped. I’ll always remember that.
Tania R. 1st Grade Teacher
This mastermind has really helped me to be more confident in my teaching ability. Being able to talk with other teachers in a no judgement zone has been extremely useful. It has been a really positive experience having other teachers be able to help problem solve with me and bounce ideas off of and help each other out. ​
Aileen MurrayCareer and Technical Education Teacher
Because of the mastermind group, I have a much easier, and clearer way of thinking through my lessons, as well as adapting to new environments at a much quicker pace. Getting together with other educators online, working through struggles, and celebrating our successes, is something remarkable. All should consider joining because it ignites the fire for why we teach.​
Gabriel HarleyChoir and Orchestra Teacher
When I have problems myself, I don't think of solutions, I immediately beat myself for having the problem. When someone else in my mastermind group has a similar problem, it's my call to action for a solution to help them and I end up finding it helpful for myself.
Nikki McNeillMiddle School Teacher
I appreciate the accountability that my group offered when it came to follow through. As a teacher we are constant advocates for our students, but talking to our group is like having my own personal advocate to keep me sane during my first year teaching! Our group always had reliable resources, techniques, and strategies to offer to any and all questions or issues I presented.
Jazmin CoxMiddle School Teacher
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Our 3-Part Program
to Help You Thrive this Year:

Mastermind Family Membership

The heart of the mastermind program.
Mastermind groups are comprised of 6-8 new teachers and a facilitator and meet via Zoom for 90 minutes twice a month. Think of them as your teaching family for the year--teachers going through the same things as you and have your back.
As a member, you'll take turns in the “hot seat” where you share a teaching challenge and receive feedback and resources from the rest of the group. The group provides focused coaching on what you're struggling with, a non-evaluative space to ask questions, and the opportunity to develop your own leadership. We also provide time for reflection, goal-setting, and for learning about new teaching strategies. As a result, you won't just leave each session with a bigger teacher toolkit, but feeling validated, seen, encouraged, and motivated. In short: you'll leave each session a better and happier teacher x 10.

1-on-1 Coaching Optional Add-on

Virtual instructional coaching from an experienced teacher outside of your district (read safe space) to dive deep into specific teaching skills.

On-Demand Webinars Optional Add-on

Access to 200+ online professional development courses and webinars to learn from veteran teachers all over the country about skills you're focusing on right now.

Spring 2021 Mastermind Family Details

What's included:

  • 5 months of twice-a-month, 1.5-hour mastermind sessions (10 sessions) on Zoom
  • Your own mastermind family of 6-9 brilliant teachers from around the country
  • Access to an all-star veteran mentor
  • A safe place to ask your burning questions this semester

Full Semester Cost:

  • Single payment of $280, or 5 payments of $58

Deadline:

  • Apply by January 6th, 2021

How to get started:

Step 1: Complete Short Application

Click Apply below and fill out the application by 1/6/21. This helps us decide if you might be a good fit for one of our groups

Step 2: Video-Chat with Us

If you seem like a great fit, we'll reach out to schedule an interview by 1/8/21 to get to know you better.

Step 3: Enroll and begin!

If we have the perfect group for you, we'll send you the link to enroll and you'll join your new mastermind family the week of 1/ 10/21!

Join your New Mastermind Family Today:

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Meet Our Team

FAQ

Most frequently asked questions and answers

Typically, we start with wins, updates, or a discussion question to get us warmed up and feeling connected.

That is usually followed up by some sort of professional development that we’ve decided on as a group (reading an article, completing a targeted reflection, showing and discussing anonymous student work etc.). This is led by your veteran mentor.

Then the bulk of our time is spent on YOU and your hot seat. Each member takes turns on the hot seat each session, where you get 15-20 minutes to tell us about a situation you’re facing and ask for feedback, advice, or ideas. It’s like having your own board of advisors for every challenging moment you face this year–and all people that get the struggle and have found their own creative solutions to what you’re working with. THIS  is where the mastermind magic happens.

After we finish hot seats, we typically set some goals, and then we say good-bye until our next meeting in 2 weeks!

0-3 years of teaching experience.

We have some new spots available for the Spring 2021 semester. Apply by 1/6/21. Deadline to apply for the 2021-2022 school year will be in early summer.

Currently, we have openings for Tuesdays from 4:30-6:00pm CT and 6:30-8pm CT, however new groups periodically open up, so stay tuned for other times. 

At a minimum, teachers must be willing to commit to attending all mastermind meetings – which total 3 hours a month, at the same time every other week from January 10th-June 10th.

To get the most out of the mastermid, teachers should expect to spend 1-2 additional hours a week on working toward their goals stated in the group. 

Our Spring 2021 slot openings are currently $29/session, with a minimum 5-month commitment. 

That comes out to $280 upfront, or $58/month for 5 months.

Because our mastermind families thrive on community, we ask for a 5-month commitment for the benefit of everybody in the group. It’s hard to open up in a group with a revolving door of members–so we like to keep our mastermind families together for at least a semester. However, if you join and are completely unsatisfied after your 2nd session, you can contact us for ending your membership early. 

The best productive mastermind members are teachers who:

  • 1. Have 0-3 years of teaching experience
  • 2. Can commit to 1.5 hour meetings every other week
  • 3. Are able to work on their teaching goals or sharpening their skills around 1 hour/week outside of the mastermind
  • 4. Are willing to both offer and receive help from other teachers–this is huge!
  • 5. Want to reach every student in their classroom and are willing to reflect, pivot, and possibly change what you’re doing in order to achieve that. 

All K-12 grade levels and content areas are welcome!

Not at this time.

We use Zoom as our meeting platform, which is a web-based application. Teachers can access Zoom on any type of computer or tablet as well as their phone, as long as they have a webcam and microphone.

Absolutely. Contact jeanne@newteachermasterminds.com to start the process.

Apply by January 6th, 2020

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Questions? Inquiries?

Contact us:

  • +1-872-256-3893
  • info@newteachermasterminds.com