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Navigating Year One of Teaching
Turn first-year challenges into long-term success.
The risk of burnout and attrition🧩 New teacher surge
In NYC alone, more than 4,000 new teachers entered classrooms this year. They bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas, but often need support and strategies to succeed. 🧩 Inconsistent access to guidance Schools struggle to provide reliable resources, leaving teachers feeling isolated and overwhelmed in complex school environments. 🧩 Early-career pressure points New teachers risk burnout within three years. Without structured support, schools lose talented educators, costing time and resources. |
Your first-year lifeline✅ Monthly professional learning
Two 60-minute sessions per month — one focused on instruction, and one on mentoring — provide timely, practical strategies teachers can apply immediately in their classrooms. ✅ Mentoring & community of practice Work with mentors and fellow new teachers to build skills, confidence, and meaningful professional connections. ✅ Inclusive, tailored support For early-career teachers of all grades and content areas, with optional add-ons—site visits, PLCs, and coaching—tailored to your school’s needs. |
Series Roadmap
Built around the attitudinal stages of a teacher’s first-year journey, this series guides you through the phases of disillusionment, rejuvenation, reflection, and renewal. Sessions take place twice monthly on Wednesdays, 5-7pm EST.
Monthly Session StructureSession 1: Instructional Core Planning, curriculum, management, and assessment—offering strategies teachers can use immediately. Session 2: Professional Growth and Mentoring Collaboration, reflection, family communication, and observation preparation through the Danielson Framework. |
Your Year-One Outcomes
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Session 1: Instructional Focus |
Session 2: Professional Mentorship |
NovemberYou're likely: feeling discouraged by the challenge of ensuring access for all students
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November 5
Planning & Classroom Management Designing lessons that differentiate while also establishing strong routines and procedures |
November 19
Strategies for equity and access through co-planning, modeling, and collaborative problem-solving |
DecemberYou're likely: feeling drained balancing rigor, accessibility, and mid-year engagement
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December 3
Management & Engagement Sustaining routines and systems while balancing rigor, accessibility, and student engagement |
December 17
Problem-solving classroom challenges with mentor support; collaboration and reflection to maintain momentum |
JanuaryYou're likely: feeling refreshed and eager to refine practice through feedback
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January 7
Assessment & Feedback Integrating formative assessment into planning and refining practice through student feedback |
January 21
Goal-setting and reflection with mentors; establishing feedback cycles for professional growth |
FebruaryYou're likely: feeling resilient by leaning on community and relationships
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February 4
Relationships & Instruction Building classroom community and using instructional strategies that foster belonging |
February 25
Coaching on collaboration and restorative practices; strengthening communication with students/families |
MarchYou're likely: feeling reflective while examining student work and progress
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March 4
Assessment & Adjustment Analyzing student work and data to adjust instruction and deepen learning |
March 25
Using evidence of student learning to guide reflection; mentor-supported analysis and collaboration |
AprilYou're likely: feeling fatigued, yet searching for creative ways to re-engage students
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April 8
Curriculum & Creativity Designing engaging, creative approaches that sustain learning momentum |
April 22
Sharing, testing, and reflecting on strategies with mentors and peers |
MayYou're likely: feeling anticipatory, consolidating skills and preparing for transitions
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May 6
Planning & Assessment – consolidating student skills, preparing for end-of-year transitions, and aligning to future goals |
May 20
Exploring future goals with mentors; planning for next year; observation prep through Danielson lens |
JuneYou're likely: feeling celebratory while documenting growth and carrying lessons forward
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June 10
Reflection & Documentation Assessing accomplishments, documenting learning, and capturing lessons for the future |
June 24
Reflection on year’s growth; setting intentions and collaboration for the year ahead |
Why CPET?
We partner with K-12 educators to create customized professional development that is grounded in research and responsive to real-world needs. Our work helps build lasting capacity, advance meaningful goals, and ignite change in classrooms and beyond.
Jean Woods Powell
Information Technology High School "CPET improved novice teachers’ practice by providing structured support and targeted professional development focused on practical implementation. This support built confidence and helped teachers deliver high-quality, standards-aligned lessons." |
Martin Hernandez
World View High School "CPET's commitment to creating practical and accessible materials has empowered our teachers to implement innovative classroom strategies." |
Vanessa Williams
IS141Q The Steinway School "The work of CPET has gone far beyond professional development sessions — it has been a catalyst for transformation in teacher practice and student learning. Instruction in our classrooms is more intentional, data-driven, and equitable because of their partnership." |
Trusted by NYC teachersOur work spans 20 years, hundreds of partnerships and includes founding Teachers College’s only in-service program for early-career educators.
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Where theory meets practiceRefined through years of teacher collaboration, our coaching equips educators with practical, actionable strategies that drive classroom success.
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Responsive and adaptiveWe design professional learning and mentoring to meet each teacher’s and school’s unique needs, ensuring practical impact in every classroom.
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Meet Your Coaches
Our coaching team is more than a group of experts — they’re partners for educators at every stage. Each brings classroom experience and a commitment to walking alongside teachers, helping them build confidence and find joy in their practice.
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G. Faith Little
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Gregory Petershack
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Dr. Kelsey Hammond
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Dr. Maria Luisa Underwood
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Dr. Roberta
Lenger Kang |
Courtney Brown
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Pamela McGowen
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Dr. Jacqui Stolzer
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Dr. Cristina Compton
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Take Your Next Steps
IndividualsEducators wishing to attend independently can register online — just scroll down to the registration form below to secure your spot and become part of a collaborative community where teachers learn from each other and grow together. |
GroupsSchools or teams interested in registering together should reach out to us at [email protected]. We’ll work with you to explore group rates and discuss optional add-ons tailored specifically for your team. |
