AI Prompts for Teachers & Educators

Create a detailed lesson plan for teaching [topic] to [grade level] students. Include: learning objectives aligned to [standards framework], a warm-up activity (5 min), direct instruction outline (15 min), guided practice activity (15 min), independent practice or group work (15 min), and a formative assessment or exit ticket. Add differentiation strategies for struggling learners and advanced students. Include materials needed and estimated timing for each section.

Rewrite this passage about [topic] at three reading levels: below grade level (Lexile [range]), on grade level (Lexile [range]), and above grade level (Lexile [range]). Each version should cover the same core content and key vocabulary but adjust sentence complexity, vocabulary difficulty, and supporting detail density. Add 3 comprehension questions for each level — literal, inferential, and evaluative.

Design a detailed rubric for assessing [assignment type] in [subject] for [grade level]. Create 4 performance levels: Exceeds Expectations, Meets Expectations, Approaching Expectations, and Below Expectations. Include 5-6 criteria relevant to the assignment, with specific observable descriptors for each level. Add point values and a total score. Format as a table ready to print and share with students.

Write constructive, encouraging feedback for a [grade level] student on their [assignment type]. The student's strengths are: [list strengths]. Areas for improvement are: [list areas]. Write feedback that: starts with specific praise, identifies 2-3 growth areas with concrete next steps, uses growth mindset language, is appropriate for the student's age, and ends with an encouraging statement about their potential. Keep it under 150 words.

Generate a set of 10 discussion questions about [topic/text] for [grade level] students. Include questions at multiple levels of Bloom's taxonomy: 2 remembering/understanding questions, 3 applying/analyzing questions, 3 evaluating questions, and 2 creating questions. For each question, include a possible student response and a follow-up probing question the teacher can use to deepen the discussion.

Draft a professional email to parents/guardians about [situation: positive update, concern, event, etc.] for a [grade level] class. The email should: use a warm but professional tone, clearly explain the situation or information, include specific details or examples, suggest any actions parents can take, and invite follow-up communication. Keep it concise (under 200 words) and free of educational jargon.

Design 5 engaging warm-up activities for a [subject] class studying [topic] at the [grade level] level. Each activity should: take no more than 5 minutes, require minimal materials, activate prior knowledge or build curiosity, be easy to explain and manage, and transition smoothly into the main lesson. Include at least one movement-based activity, one writing-based activity, and one discussion-based activity.

I have a student with [disability/learning need] in my [grade level] [subject] class. The upcoming unit covers [topic] with these key assignments: [list assignments]. For each assignment, suggest: specific accommodations that maintain grade-level rigor, modifications for significantly below-grade-level performance, assistive technology options, and alternative assessment methods. Align suggestions with [IEP goal or 504 plan description].