Getting Started
Joining your first class
At the start of every class, follow this procedure to ensure you are ready and reachable — and to handle the situation correctly if a student does not...
Accessing a student's spreadsheet
Every student has a spreadsheet that tracks their progress, homework, and performance. Access it before each class so you are ready to update it durin...
Setting up your profile
Before your first class, complete your LivePrep profile. This covers creating your account, entering personal information, uploading a photo, and sett...
Teaching tools: Jotboard
Zinkerz uses Jotboard as the recommended whiteboard tool for the Backup Call (Google Meet). It replaces Jamboard, discontinued in September 2024, an...
Lesson note responses
Use these guidelines when writing your lesson note responses. Notes are read by parents and the Zinkerz in-house team . Be clear, factual, and kind...
Lesson note submission
Lesson notes must be submitted within 24 hours of each class. A $5 penalty applies if not submitted on time. Classes with unsubmitted notes appear ...
Calendar & availability
Set up your availability in LivePrep so Zinkerz can schedule you for lessons. You can also sync your schedule to your personal calendar. Recurring ava...
Connecting to the virtual classroom
All Zinkerz classes take place in the Virtual Classroom. Here is everything you need to know to connect, manage students, and handle issues during a s...
