Teaching Prep Skill

This skill creates a comprehensive, organized package of all materials needed to successfully teach a class session.

When to Use

Use this skill when the user:

• Is preparing to teach a specific class
• Asks "what do I need to teach Class X?"
• Wants all materials organized for a session
• Needs a teaching checklist
• Requests a day-of guide or preparation materials
• Wants to ensure nothing is forgotten

What This Skill Does

1. Gathers Information:

- Which class session to prepare - When they're teaching (helps with timing) - Any specific needs or constraints - Student group details if relevant

1. Verifies All Materials Exist:

- Lesson plan (detailed, minute-by-minute) - Presentation slides - Student exercises with solutions - Prompt templates for the session - Assessment rubrics - Student handouts and reference materials

1. Creates Materials if missing (using other skills)

1. Generates Teaching Checklist:

- Technology setup requirements - Materials to prepare in advance - Student access requirements (Gemini accounts, etc.) - Timing checkpoints - Backup plans ready - Assessment tools ready

1. Creates "Day-Of" Teaching Guide with:

- Pre-class setup (15 minutes before start) - Key talking points and transitions - Activity instructions ready to use - Common troubleshooting scenarios - Time management tips - Energy/pacing guidance

1. Generates Teacher Notes Document:

- Learning objectives reminder - Key concepts to emphasize - Common student misconceptions to address - Differentiation strategies quick reference - Extension activities for early finishers - Homework assignment details

1. Creates Student Resource Package:

- Templates students can access during class - Example prompts for reference - Links to tools (Gemini, AI Studio) - Quick reference guides - Homework instructions

1. Verifies Everything:

- All links work - Files are accessible - Examples load correctly - Tools are available

1. Creates Follow-Up Checklist:

- Materials to share after class - Assessment to review - Preparation for next class

Output Structure

Teaching prep package includes:

Pre-Class Checklist (do 15 min before):

• Technology tests
• Materials ready
• Student access verified
• Backup plans prepared

Day-Of Guide:

• Opening script
• Transition points
• Activity facilitation tips
• Troubleshooting reference
• Time checkpoints

Quick Reference Cards:

• Learning objectives
• Key concepts
• Differentiation strategies
• Common issues and fixes

Student Resources:

• Templates
• Examples
• Tool links
• Quick guides

Post-Class Checklist:

• Homework to assign
• Materials to share
• Assessment next steps
• Reflections to capture

Example Usage

User: "I'm teaching Class 1 tomorrow and need everything ready"

This skill will create a complete teaching package with all materials organized and ready to use.