Teacher Tools Teaching Resources
Explore the ultimate teacher tools collection, created by teachers for teachers like you! From classroom set-up and decorating to seating arrangements, writing lesson plans to communicating with parents, this collection has everything you need to load your teacher toolkit for the coming school year.
Browse meet the teacher materials, substitute teacher planning documents, and so much more — all created with your classroom and your teaching needs in mind!
Meet the Teachers Behind the Tools
Teach Starter's teacher tools were all created by elementary and middle school teachers who have walked the hallways just like you and understand the juggling act of managing everything from instructional delivery to lesson planning, plus student assessment, communication with parents and students and … the list goes on!
Teachers from across the country have contributed tools to this collection, and each resource has undergone a careful review by a member of our team to ensure it's ready for your classroom.
You'll find printables for decorating your classroom and performing your formative assessments, plus digital resources already designed in Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint for easy integration with your district learning management system.
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Parent-Teacher Conference Documentation Form
Use this printable Teacher-Parent Conference Form to organize your parent-teacher conferences ahead of time and keep accurate and detailed records of parent communication.
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ASL Alphabet Line — Printable Cursive and Print Classroom Decor
Print a set of 26 ASL alphabet posters for the classroom with cursive and print letters to help your students with letter formation and handwriting.
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Where Are We? Classroom Door Sign
Add a "where are we?" classroom door sign to your classroom door to let people know where you and your students have gone!
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Design Your Own Procedure Anchor Chart Template
Design your own custom classroom procedure anchor charts with back to school anchor chart template.
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Teacher Tools - Editable Teacher Planner
Start the school year with a customized set of organizational teacher tools with a handy teacher planner template.
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Student Data Binders – Primary
Keep track of student progress with our data binder template pack for primary grades.
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Math Center Rotation Board
Set up a math stations rotation chart for your students to reference with this display kit.
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Sub Folder - Sub Plans Template Pack
Prepare for sick days ahead of time with a customizable and printable substitute teacher binder template.
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From the Desk of....Personalized Notepads for Teachers
Personalize your own memo pads or teacher notepads with our printable stationery for teachers!
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End-of-Year Teacher Checklist
Remember all of those important end-of-year teacher tasks with a handy Classroom Closeout checklist.
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Digital Learning Background - Happy Holidays
A special virtual background teachers and students can use around the winter holidays.
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Classroom Library Genre Book Labels
Organize your classroom library by genre with these printable illustrated book labels.
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Learning Dispositions Poster Pack
Teach your students about learning dispositions with this set of 10 posters.
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Positive Affirmations for Kids - Desk Mats
Create an uplifting classroom with this set of affirmation desk name plates.
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Positive Affirmations for Kids - Posters
Help your students overcome self-doubt with this set of posters containing positive affirmations for kids.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Math Themed
Use the math-themed video background file for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Numbers Theme
Use the numbers-themed video background file for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Math Shapes Theme
Use this geometry-themed virtual background image for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Planet Theme
Download a virtual background image with a planets theme for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Ancient Greece Theme
Download the Ancient Greece virtual background image for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - ABC Theme
Download a virtual background image with an ABC theme for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Jungle Theme
Use this jungle-themed virtual background image for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Candy Hearts
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special virtual background for teachers and students.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Forest Theme
Download this forest-themed video background image for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Science Lab Theme
Use the science-themed video background file for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Mindfulness Themed
Use this mindfulness-themed video background file for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Backyard Theme
Use this backyard-themed video background image for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Morning Message
Use this virtual background for your morning message in the classroom!
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Space Theme
Use the science-themed virtual background photo for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Books Theme
Use the book-themed video background file for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Virtual Background for Teachers - Llama Theme
Use this llama-themed video background file for recording videos for students, as video wallpaper when meeting with parents on a video conference, and more.
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Classroom Wish List – Giraffe
Display your back-to-school needs for your new parents on this classroom wish list display.