How to Teach a Class

proposal process:
  1. Complete the PETP Class Proposal.
    Include your resume (Head Instructor), the class agenda and your objective for the students. The objective is an explanation of the goals for the attendees. This proposal must be signed by you (the Head Instructor).
  2. Submit the completed Class Proposal to the New Mexico Film Office (NMFO).
    If you are new to this program and you are a member of the IATSE Local 480 member, please submit the Proposal to your union’s training coordinator to expedite the process. Otherwise, fax all pages to 505-476-5601 or email them to tobi@nmfilm.com six weeks prior to the proposed class dates.
  3. Verify your proposal was received by the NMFO Workforce Programs Manager within a week of submission.
    Email Tobi Ives, tobi@nmfilm.com, or call 505.476.5612.
  4. Consider modifying your agenda.
    You will receive notification as to whether your proposal was approved or not within two weeks. If it is not approved, an explanation will be included. If applicable, you may consider modifying the agenda and resubmitting that portion of the proposal. If approved, go to the next section.
only complete and submit the application if your proposal has been approved:
  1. Fill out the three-page application.
    Be sure to attach the required documents and sign the last page.
  2. Make a copy of your CRS certificate and include it with the application.
    All approved Applicants must have a NM Tax ID number (CRS). To apply for a CRS number, visit http://www.tax.state.nm.us/trd_form.htm or call 505.827.0951.
  3. Complete the NM W-9 to be registered as a state vendor.
    If your proposal is approved, complete the NM W-9 form to submit with the application. If you already have a state vendor number, please provide that information instead of the NM W-9.
  4. Meet with NMFO Workforce Programs Manager.
    Contact the NMFO Workforce Programs Manager to meet, a month prior to the class date(s), to submit your completed application and documents. (If the meeting is by phone, please submit the application beforehand.) At this time, the application will be reviewed. If the application is complete and there are no questions, any additional required forms will be provided and the class details will be finalized.
  5. Submit the contract.
    The contract may also be signed and submitted during the meeting with the Workforce Programs Manager if the application has been approved. You must submit two copies of this contract with original signatures. The contract must be signed by the Head Instructor, the NMFO Workforce Programs Manager and the JTIP Chairperson for approval.
  6. Submit a class announcement to the NMFO to be published online.
    Visit nmfilm.com and click “bulletin board” to see examples under “classes and workshops.” Submit announcement to tobi@nmfilm.com.
  7. Begin registration of attendees.
    If the contract has not been approved and signed by all three parties, any costs you incur in preparing for the class may not be reimbursed. While you are waiting for a copy of the approved and signed contract, consider marketing the class to the applicable audience and begin registering attendees. (Inform the registrants that the class is tentative until final approval.) You may also consider qualifying and arranging for additional instructors and assistants if needed. (These subcontractors will also need to complete a PETP Class Instructor/Other Assistant form.)
  8. Prepare for class and conduct training.
    Before class preparation and before the class takes place, be sure you have received a copy of the final contract (signed by all three parties). The approved services are based on the application, the contract and the agenda. Be sure the NMFO has received any required insurance certificates. You are also responsible for the trainee forms and evaluation forms (to be completed by each attendee) as well as the roster at sign-in and the invoice. Forms and templates will be provided to you.
  9. Submit invoice.
    The invoice requesting reimbursement is submitted after training services are rendered. Payment will be processed within 30 days.

 
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