Welcome, Matt! This is the best time to be introduce to PT...before you even start teaching! That way, you won't need to 'retrain' yourself, this will just be how you've always done it. I think you'll have a big advantage that way, really. Utilize us in any way that you can, there are plenty of Power Teachers here ready to offer advice, brainstorming, etc...
Welcome again, and good to meet you!