Site Visits

What happens at a site visit?

Site visits give you an opportunity to gain understanding about what a day during PST will look like. During an in-person site visit, we will start the day at a partner school, and you will have the opportunity to observe Fellows teach. We will meet with school leaders and give you the opportunity to begin forming the relationships that will be critical as you begin/continue your job search. 

You'll also have the opportunity to experience a skill building session like you will experience during summer training. We will have an opportunity to begin building relationships with each other over lunch. Following lunch we will move to a hiring fair with multiple school partners from around the city. This time will also include opportunities to work with site staff on testing prep and other enrollment checklist items.  

Virtual site visits will be held remotely via Zoom, following a similar format. We will schedule breaks and provide opportunities to connect with ITF staff and fellow enrollees. Interviews with partner school leaders will also happen over Zoom. Whether you join in-person or virtually, please plan ahead to be present for the duration of the time.

Sample (in-person) Site Visit Itinerary: 

8:00 AM - Meet at a partner school 

8:30 AM - Intro Activity

9:30 AM - Classroom Observations

10:30 AM - Meet the host school staff team

11:20 AM - Lunch

12:00 PM - Marian Overview/Introductions

1:15 pm - Participate in a skill-building session (PST-Preview)

2:00 PM - Meet partner school representatives 

2:30 PM - School interviews begin. This time will also be used for Checklist work time, so be sure to bring your laptop!

Sample (virtual) Site Visit Itinerary: 

8:00 AM - Meet on Zoom, Participate in an introduction activity

8:30 AM - Sessions with ITF Staff

10:00 AM - Classroom Observations

10:30 AM - Observation Debrief Groups led by ITF Staff

11:30 AM - Practice and Feedback

12:00 PM - Marian University Introduction

2:30 PM - School interviews begin. This can also be used for Checklist work time.

How do I prepare?

If you are currently looking for a teaching position, the best thing you can do to prepare for a site visit is get prepared for a strong interview. You must submit your updated resume, your school hiring biography, and the interview preparation questions in order to attend a site visit. All of these activities must be completed within 4 weeks of your enrollment or by the registration deadline. 

If have been hired prior to the Site Visit date, please ensure that you have completed a 25/26 Hiring Documentation Form. 

What should I wear?

Site visits are an opportunity to build your professional network, so we recommend professional dress, even if you are participating virtually. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for in-person site visits.