NTI offers first and second year teachers professional development sessions, informational sessions, planning time, and spaces to connect with your new colleagues. Attendance at the New Teacher Institute is required for all teachers who are new to teaching. Attendance is strongly encouraged for experienced Elementary teachers who are new to OUSD or returning Elementary teachers who are entering their second year in the classroom. Secondary teachers with two or more years of experience are encouraged to attend the Secondary Standards and Equity Institute that is happening at the same time as New Teacher Institute.
Step 1: Register for the Event
Click on the purple "Register" button under ’Register to Attend’. This will take you through the initial step of registering for the event.
Use your OUSD email to register for this event if you have one. If you do not have an OUSD email yet, you can register using your personal email.
It is recommended to use the single-sign on option when registering, rather than creating a new password for the Sched website.
Step 2: Build Your PD Schedule Our New Teacher Institute will offer sessions on creating strong classroom culture, learning your content and curriculum, credentialing, and more. Here is guidance on how to build your PD schedule throughout the week:
July 28-29: In the morning, choose between the two sessions on Creating Strong Classroom Culture (note: only those who have completed Creating Strong Classroom Culture 101 can participate in the session on Setting and Holding Boundaries). Then, in the afternoon, build your own schedule from the options available (conference style).
July 30-Aug 1: These are day-long trainings on content, curriculum, and planning. Please choose the options aligned with your teaching assignment.
See the NTI Logistics tab for all other important information regarding locations, times, compensation, parking, public transportation, and more.
We’re looking forward to celebrating and supporting your journey in OUSD this year!
DAY 1 (7/30) AND AM DAY 2 (7/31) ECE Teaching Pyramid Module 1a Module 1a of the Teaching Pyramid Model, the social emotional framework adopted by OUSD's Early Childhood Education Department. Participants will be able to identify strategies that can be used to: - Build nurturing and responsive relationships with children through emotional deposits and positive descriptive feedback - Develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and families - Design consistent schedules that minimize transitions and engage children in activities for developmentally appropriate lengths of time - Establish classroom expectations that teach and promote safety, respect and kindness
PM DAY 2 (7/31) ECE Classroom 101 (12:30-2:00) - Managing a Classroom Team - DRDP (Learning Genie for Gen Ed, SEIS for ECSE) - Stepping into a new classroom ECE Classroom 101 (2:10-3:40) PK: -Attendance (CareConnect) -Summary of Findings -Licensing 101 (Stephanie Joseph)
TK: - Schedule - Management
ECE SPED: - IEP Basics
DAY 3 (8/1) Creative Curriculum: Introduction The Creative Curriculum is the adopted curriculum for all general education PK and TK classrooms. It is an early childhood curriculum that builds children’s confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills through hands-on, project-based investigations. The training will introduce participants to its philosophy, components, and tools.
This session is designed to help you strengthen your teaching skills, connect with colleagues, and align your instructional strategies with the OUSD K-12 Math Framework. Through this engaging and collaborative event, you will leave with valuable insights, tools, and a clear vision for the upcoming academic year. Teachers will be able to engage in unpacking the Eureka Math 2 and prepare teach Eureka Math2. Teachers will understand the assessment used in EM2 and how to score EM2 assessments.
Edgar Rodriguez-Ramirez is a first-generation Mexican-American educator and systems leader, committed to transforming public education through culturally rooted family partnerships, teacher leadership, and innovative instructional design. With over a decade of experience advancing... Read More →
My name is Rodolfo. I am the STEM Coordinator for Network 3. I began my career in DC Public schools teaching high school. I moved to Oakland and was an Assistant Principal/Principal for 7 years. I just wrapped up my first year in OUSD. My experience as a secondary leader pushed me... Read More →
This two day intensive is for Elementary Visual and Performing Arts teachers and will be led by Teachers on Special Assignment in Dance, Music, and Visual Arts. Through participating in hands-on lesson examples, we will prepare routines and lesson components that help build consistency and community in your classrooms in the first weeks. There will be content-specific breakouts where teachers get tailored support as they plan for their space, routines, and curriculum to start the year off strong.
Emily Ban is OUSD’s Elementary Dance Teacher on Special Assignment, overseeing professional development for elementary Dance teachers, mentoring new Dance teachers, and visioning with the district’s VAPA department. Originally from the Bronx, NY, Emily has developed and directed... Read More →
Adam Schraft is OUSD's Elementary Music Teacher On Special Assignment, overseeing professional development for elementary Music teachers, providing teacher mentorship and support and visioning and cross planning with OUSD's VAPA department. Adam is level III certified in the Orff-Shulwerk... Read More →
This series supports new teachers in developing effective daily lesson plans using the "3i Essential Components" as a guide for working with their content-specific curriculum. Participants will learn to set clear and measurable daily learning targets, design meaningful tasks, and assess student understanding through formative tools like exit tickets. By the end, teachers will build a personalized planning routine, gain confidence in using their curriculum, and begin to be able to adapt lessons to meet student needs.
Lizzie brings over 20 years of combined teaching and coaching experience to her role as Lead Mentor with New Teacher Support and Development, primarily at the secondary level. During her six years as an instructional coach at Claremont Middle School, she developed an intensive support... Read More →
Sarah Altschul is a Lead Mentor on OUSD's New Teacher Support and Development Team. Sarah comes to the role with over twenty years of experience in the field of teaching secondary English Language Arts, and coaching humanities teachers in OUSD and through her work at Facing History... Read More →
This three day intensive for Secondary Performing Arts teachers will be led by performing arts instructor, and secondary VAPA coordinator, Kehinde Salter. Attendees will walk away with a plan for the first day of school, a daily class structure (including classroom routines, procedures, and transitions) a year long scope and sequence outline, and a fully fleshed out unit plan covering the first marking period/6 weeks of school.
Mrs. Kehinde Salter is a classically trained vocalist, dancer, actress, and theater director. She has served as a performing arts educator for the past 26 years, and has performed professionally for over 30, utilizing the performing arts as a means to educate students and audiences... Read More →
Teachers will be able to engage in curriculum training that specifically aligns to their assignment. They will also be able to have dedicated time to meet their support team and review their student's IEPs with the guidance of their coaches. There will also be introductory sessions on Special Education
Cary is the Director of Special Education in charge of Middle School Programs as well as Legal Supports. He has been in the district his whole educational career, for 16 years as a teacher, Program Specialist, and various leadership roles in the Special Education Department.
Director of Special Education, Elementary Schools, Special Education
Micaela is the Director of Special Education for Elementary Schools. This will be her 18th year in OUSD; she started in the district as an Elementary Mild/Moderate Self-Contained Program teacher. She has twins entering 3rd grade in OUSD.
Stephen is the Director of High School and Alt. Ed. Special Education programs in OUSD. He has spent his career supporting people with disabilities, both in and outside of education. Stephen has been working in OUSD special education programs since 2013.
PE 101: Movement with Purpose PE Instructional Systems This two day session is designed for K 12 physical educators to navigate teaching throughout the year.
Day 1: Will the focus of on Physical education Teaching guide
Day 2 : Teaching systems, PE best practices and physical education resources
DAY 1 (7/30) AND AM DAY 2 (7/31) ECE Teaching Pyramid Module 1a Module 1a of the Teaching Pyramid Model, the social emotional framework adopted by OUSD's Early Childhood Education Department. Participants will be able to identify strategies that can be used to: - Build nurturing and responsive relationships with children through emotional deposits and positive descriptive feedback - Develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and families - Design consistent schedules that minimize transitions and engage children in activities for developmentally appropriate lengths of time - Establish classroom expectations that teach and promote safety, respect and kindness
PM DAY 2 (7/31) ECE Classroom 101 (12:30-2:00) - Managing a Classroom Team - DRDP (Learning Genie for Gen Ed, SEIS for ECSE) - Stepping into a new classroom ECE Classroom 101 (2:10-3:40) PK: -Attendance (CareConnect) -Summary of Findings -Licensing 101 (Stephanie Joseph)
TK: - Schedule - Management
ECE SPED: - IEP Basics
DAY 3 (8/1) Creative Curriculum: Introduction The Creative Curriculum is the adopted curriculum for all general education PK and TK classrooms. It is an early childhood curriculum that builds children’s confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills through hands-on, project-based investigations. The training will introduce participants to its philosophy, components, and tools.
This session is designed to help you strengthen your teaching skills, connect with colleagues, and align your instructional strategies with the OUSD K-12 Math Framework. Through this engaging and collaborative event, you will leave with valuable insights, tools, and a clear vision for the upcoming academic year. Teachers will be able to engage in unpacking the Eureka Math 2 and prepare teach Eureka Math2. Teachers will understand the assessment used in EM2 and how to score EM2 assessments.
Edgar Rodriguez-Ramirez is a first-generation Mexican-American educator and systems leader, committed to transforming public education through culturally rooted family partnerships, teacher leadership, and innovative instructional design. With over a decade of experience advancing... Read More →
My name is Rodolfo. I am the STEM Coordinator for Network 3. I began my career in DC Public schools teaching high school. I moved to Oakland and was an Assistant Principal/Principal for 7 years. I just wrapped up my first year in OUSD. My experience as a secondary leader pushed me... Read More →
This two day intensive is for Elementary Visual and Performing Arts teachers and will be led by Teachers on Special Assignment in Dance, Music, and Visual Arts. Through participating in hands-on lesson examples, we will prepare routines and lesson components that help build consistency and community in your classrooms in the first weeks. There will be content-specific breakouts where teachers get tailored support as they plan for their space, routines, and curriculum to start the year off strong.
Emily Ban is OUSD’s Elementary Dance Teacher on Special Assignment, overseeing professional development for elementary Dance teachers, mentoring new Dance teachers, and visioning with the district’s VAPA department. Originally from the Bronx, NY, Emily has developed and directed... Read More →
Adam Schraft is OUSD's Elementary Music Teacher On Special Assignment, overseeing professional development for elementary Music teachers, providing teacher mentorship and support and visioning and cross planning with OUSD's VAPA department. Adam is level III certified in the Orff-Shulwerk... Read More →
This series supports new teachers in developing effective daily lesson plans using the "3i Essential Components" as a guide for working with their content-specific curriculum. Participants will learn to set clear and measurable daily learning targets, design meaningful tasks, and assess student understanding through formative tools like exit tickets. By the end, teachers will build a personalized planning routine, gain confidence in using their curriculum, and begin to be able to adapt lessons to meet student needs.
Lizzie brings over 20 years of combined teaching and coaching experience to her role as Lead Mentor with New Teacher Support and Development, primarily at the secondary level. During her six years as an instructional coach at Claremont Middle School, she developed an intensive support... Read More →
Sarah Altschul is a Lead Mentor on OUSD's New Teacher Support and Development Team. Sarah comes to the role with over twenty years of experience in the field of teaching secondary English Language Arts, and coaching humanities teachers in OUSD and through her work at Facing History... Read More →
This three day intensive for Secondary Performing Arts teachers will be led by performing arts instructor, and secondary VAPA coordinator, Kehinde Salter. Attendees will walk away with a plan for the first day of school, a daily class structure (including classroom routines, procedures, and transitions) a year long scope and sequence outline, and a fully fleshed out unit plan covering the first marking period/6 weeks of school.
Mrs. Kehinde Salter is a classically trained vocalist, dancer, actress, and theater director. She has served as a performing arts educator for the past 26 years, and has performed professionally for over 30, utilizing the performing arts as a means to educate students and audiences... Read More →
Teachers will be able to engage in curriculum training that specifically aligns to their assignment. They will also be able to have dedicated time to meet their support team and review their student's IEPs with the guidance of their coaches. There will also be introductory sessions on Special Education
Cary is the Director of Special Education in charge of Middle School Programs as well as Legal Supports. He has been in the district his whole educational career, for 16 years as a teacher, Program Specialist, and various leadership roles in the Special Education Department.
Director of Special Education, Elementary Schools, Special Education
Micaela is the Director of Special Education for Elementary Schools. This will be her 18th year in OUSD; she started in the district as an Elementary Mild/Moderate Self-Contained Program teacher. She has twins entering 3rd grade in OUSD.
Stephen is the Director of High School and Alt. Ed. Special Education programs in OUSD. He has spent his career supporting people with disabilities, both in and outside of education. Stephen has been working in OUSD special education programs since 2013.
PE 101: Movement with Purpose PE Instructional Systems This two day session is designed for K 12 physical educators to navigate teaching throughout the year.
Day 1: Will the focus of on Physical education Teaching guide
Day 2 : Teaching systems, PE best practices and physical education resources
