Teacher Operation Manual

Who should you ask first whenever you have a question about procedure or policy?

• MARYELLEN

• CAITLIN

• IAN

• TOM

Answer explanation

Always check the TOM first! It helps reduce interruptions for the admin team.

If an item doesn't say who to ask for more info, who should you ask?

• The secretary

• The counselor

• Your teammate

• The executive director

Answer explanation

The beginning of the TOM says to ask the Executive Director unless otherwise indicated.

What are you encouraged to sign up for as a way of knowing about delays and closures?

• Flash Alert

• EBIS

• ESS

• Synergy

Who can help you with preparing for a planned absence? Choose all that apply.

• The secretary

• Your teammate

• The executive director

• The office manager

When are all staff meetings scheduled to occur?

• weekly

• every other week

• monthly

• every other month

Answer explanation

There are meetings every week, but ALL STAFF happen in alternating turns with INSTRUCTIONAL TEAMS.

Only teachers need to know when dismissal plans change.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Be sure to keep the secretary updated about all dismissal plans. Ideally, parents will be letting the office know, but if they just contact you, be sure to forward info to the office.

Who supervises first recess?

• The classroom teacher

• Office staff

• Parent volunteers

• Specials teachers

Answer explanation

Teachers are responsible for first recess and get a duty-free recess at lunch.

Does MITCH celebrate holidays?

• Yes

• No

• Only birthdays

Answer explanation

MITCH does not support using class time to celebrate traditional and religious holidays. This includes birthdays.

Can you connect with students via private social media if you have their parents' permission?

• Yes

• No

About how far in advance should you submit an Activity Form before a field trip, guest speaker, or on-campus event?

• At least a week

• At least a month

• At least 6 weeks

• All activities must be confirmed by the start o school

Answer explanation

Activities of any kind that include volunteers, special guests, or leaving campus require submission of an “Activity Form.”  Forms should be submitted at least 6 weeks in advance, especially if buses will be needed. Your activity is NOT APPROVED until you receive the form back.