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Teachers AI Prompts

AI prompts for K-12 and college educators

Teachers spend more time on admin than most people realize — lesson planning, grading, parent emails, and IEP documentation eat up hours that should go toward actual teaching. I tested these prompts across real classroom scenarios before publishing them. One thing I noticed consistently: the more specific you are with grade level AND subject together in the same prompt, the better the output. Writing "Grade 5 math — multiplying fractions" outperforms just "Grade 5 math" every single time. Claude Sonnet tends to write better structured lesson plans. ChatGPT-4o tends to generate more creative student activities. Try both and see which fits your teaching style.

10 prompts for Teachers

Student Behaviour Intervention Plan

ChatGPT beginner
Special Education
Create a behaviour intervention plan (BIP) for a [grade level] student displaying [describe behaviours].

Student details:
- Grade: [grade]
- Target behaviour: [specific behaviour to reduce]
- Frequency of behaviour: [X times per day/week]
- Antecedents (what triggers it): [describe]
- Function of behaviour: [attention/escape/sensory/tangible]
- Current consequences being used: [describe]

BIP should include:

1. BEHAVIOUR DEFINITION
   - Clear observable definition
   - Examples and non-examples

2. REPLACEMENT BEHAVIOUR
   - Target replacement behaviour
   - Why it serves same function
   - How to teach it

3. PREVENTION STRATEGIES
   - Environmental modifications
   - Antecedent interventions
   - Proactive supports

4. TEACHING STRATEGIES
   - How to explicitly teach replacement behaviour
   - Practice opportunities
   - Prompt hierarchy

5. REINFORCEMENT PLAN
   - Identified reinforcers
   - Reinforcement schedule
   - Token economy if applicable

6. RESPONSE TO PROBLEM BEHAVIOUR
   - Planned ignoring when appropriate
   - Consequence hierarchy
   - Crisis plan if needed

7. DATA COLLECTION
   - Measurement system
   - Progress monitoring schedule
   - Goal criteria

Length: Comprehensive BIP document
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IEP Goal Writer

ChatGPT beginner
Special Education
Write measurable IEP goals for a [grade level] student with [disability/need].

Student information:
- Grade: [grade]
- Current performance: [describe baseline]
- Disability category: [category]
- Areas of need:
  - Academic: [describe]
  - Behavioural: [describe if applicable]
  - Social/Emotional: [describe if applicable]
  - Communication: [describe if applicable]

Write SMART IEP goals for each area:

FORMAT FOR EACH GOAL:
- Annual goal statement
- Baseline performance
- Measurement method
- Progress monitoring schedule
- Short term objectives (3 per goal)

Academic goals needed: [Reading/Writing/Math/Other]
Number of goals: [X]

Requirements:
- Measurable and specific
- Achievable within one year
- Aligned to grade level standards
- Include specific criteria for mastery
- Use action verbs

Also include:
- Recommended related services
- Frequency and duration of services
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Classroom Management Plan

ChatGPT beginner
Classroom Management
Create a comprehensive classroom management plan for a [grade level] [subject] class.

Classroom details:
- Grade level: [grade]
- Subject: [subject]
- Class size: [X students]
- School setting: [urban/suburban/rural]
- Special considerations: [ELL students/inclusion/gifted]

Management plan should include:

1. CLASSROOM RULES (5 rules)
   - Positively stated
   - Age appropriate
   - Measurable

2. PROCEDURES AND ROUTINES
   - Morning/entry routine
   - Transition procedures
   - Materials distribution
   - Bathroom and water breaks
   - End of day routine

3. POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR SYSTEM
   - Recognition and rewards
   - Class wide incentives
   - Individual behaviour tracking

4. CONSEQUENCE LADDER
   - Step 1: Verbal reminder
   - Step 2: [consequence]
   - Step 3: [consequence]
   - Step 4: Parent contact
   - Step 5: Office referral

5. SEATING ARRANGEMENT
   - Layout recommendation
   - Flexible seating options

6. PARENT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
   - Weekly updates method
   - Behaviour reporting process

Length: 400-500 words
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Special Education Accommodation Plan

ChatGPT beginner
Special Education
Create a classroom accommodation plan for a student with [disability/learning need] in a [grade level] [subject] class.

Student profile:
- Grade: [grade]
- Disability or need: [describe]
- Current performance level: [describe]
- Strengths: [list]
- Challenges: [list]
- IEP goals if applicable: [list]

Accommodation plan should include:

1. INSTRUCTIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS
   - How to present new material
   - Preferred learning modalities
   - Seating and environment needs

2. ASSIGNMENT ACCOMMODATIONS
   - Modified assignments if needed
   - Extended time requirements
   - Alternative formats accepted

3. ASSESSMENT ACCOMMODATIONS
   - Testing modifications
   - Alternative assessment options
   - Grading considerations

4. BEHAVIOURAL SUPPORTS
   - Positive reinforcement strategies
   - Sensory break schedule
   - Calming strategies

5. COMMUNICATION PLAN
   - Parent communication frequency
   - Progress monitoring schedule
   - Team collaboration approach

Length: Comprehensive plan document
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Student Assessment Rubric Creator

ChatGPT beginner
Student Assessment
Create a detailed assessment rubric for [assignment/project type] for [Grade level] students.

Assignment details:
- Type: [essay/project/presentation/lab report]
- Subject: [subject]
- Total points: [X points]
- Grade level: [grade]
- Learning objectives: [list 3-4]

Rubric should include 5 categories:
1. [Category 1 — e.g. Content Knowledge]
2. [Category 2 — e.g. Organisation]
3. [Category 3 — e.g. Critical Thinking]
4. [Category 4 — e.g. Creativity]
5. [Category 5 — e.g. Presentation]

For each category provide 4 performance levels:
- Excellent (4 points): [specific criteria]
- Proficient (3 points): [specific criteria]
- Developing (2 points): [specific criteria]
- Beginning (1 point): [specific criteria]

Format as clear rubric table
Align to [Common Core/State standards]
Make criteria specific and measurable
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Substitute Teacher Plan

ChatGPT beginner
Classroom Management
Create a full substitute teacher plan for my [Grade 4] class for [one full day]. Include:

- Morning routine and schedule with exact times

- Clear instructions for each subject/activity

- Behaviour expectations and consequences

- Where to find materials

- Names of 3 reliable student helpers

- Two emergency backup activities if lessons finish early

- Emergency contact format



Write in clear, simple language a substitute can follow without knowing the class.
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Progress Report Comment Writer

ChatGPT beginner
Grading & Feedback
Write 5 progress report comments for a [Grade 3] student who is [describe student performance]. Requirements:

- Each comment under 50 words

- Positive and professional tone

- Mention one strength and one area for growth

- Avoid generic phrases

- Suitable for parent reading
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Parent Email - Behaviour Concern

ChatGPT beginner
Parent Communication
Draft a professional email to the parent of [student name] regarding [specific behaviour issue]. The email should:

- Open with a positive observation about the student

- Clearly describe the behaviour concern with one specific example

- Avoid accusatory language

- Suggest two actionable next steps

- Invite a meeting or phone call

- Stay under 200 words
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Differentiated Reading Activity

ChatGPT intermediate
Differentiated Instruction
Take this [Grade 6] reading passage: [paste passage here]



Create three versions:

1. BELOW GRADE LEVEL — simplify to Grade 3 reading level, keep key vocabulary

2. ON GRADE LEVEL — keep original, add 3 comprehension questions

3. ABOVE GRADE LEVEL — add critical thinking extension questions and a writing prompt



Format each version clearly with labels.
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Complete Lesson Plan Generator

ChatGPT beginner
Lesson Planning
Create a [45]-minute lesson plan for [Grade 5] students on [topic]. Include:

- Learning objective aligned to [Common Core standard]

- 5-minute warm-up activity

- Main activity with step-by-step instructions

- Check for understanding (mid-lesson)

- Exit ticket question

- Differentiation for advanced and struggling students
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these ChatGPT prompts for teachers free to use?

Yes — completely free. Copy any prompt and use it as many times as you want for personal or professional classroom use. No account required and no usage limits.

Which AI tool works best for teacher prompts — ChatGPT or Claude?

Both work well for different tasks. Claude Sonnet produces better structured lesson plans and IEP documentation. ChatGPT-4o generates more creative student activities and engaging classroom exercises. We recommend trying both and using whichever fits your teaching style.

Can I use these prompts for any grade level?

Yes — every prompt uses [Grade level] and [Subject] brackets so you can customize for Kindergarten through 12th grade and college level. The more specific you are with grade and subject together, the better the AI output.

Is it ethical to use AI for lesson planning and grading?

AI is a starting point, not a finished product. These prompts help you generate a strong first draft in seconds — you review, customize, and apply your professional judgment before using anything with students. Most school districts allow AI-assisted lesson planning when the teacher reviews and adapts the output.

How do I get better results from these prompts?

The single biggest improvement comes from being specific in the brackets. Instead of writing [student], write "a 10-year-old who excels at math but struggles with reading comprehension and has an IEP for attention." That level of detail transforms the output from generic to genuinely useful.

Can I use these prompts for special education students?

Yes — we have dedicated prompts for special education, IEP goal writing, behavior intervention plans, and accommodation planning. These are among the most-used prompts in the teacher collection because they save significant time on complex documentation.