Teams - Guide for Parents to Sign into Teams at Home

Modified on Mon, 7 Oct at 10:03 AM

Step 1: Install Microsoft Teams

On a Computer (Windows or Mac):
1. Open a web browser and go to www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app.
2. Click Download for Desktop.
3. Once downloaded, open the installation file and follow the on-screen instructions to install.
On a Mobile Device (iOS or Android):
1. Open the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android).
2. Search for Microsoft Teams.
3. Tap Install or Get to download and install the app.

Step 2: Open Microsoft Teams

On a Computer:
1. After installation, open the Microsoft Teams app from your desktop or Start menu.
On a Mobile Device:
1. Open the Microsoft Teams app from your home screen or app drawer.

Step 3: Log In

Enter Your Child’s School Email Address:
- On the Teams login screen, enter the email address provided by the school. This typically ends with the school domain (e.g., studentname@schoolname.edu).
- Click Next.
Enter the Password:
- Type in the password provided by the school. If you do not have the password, please contact the school for assistance.
- Click Sign In.
Complete Multi-Factor Authentication (if required):
- If the school uses two-step verification, follow the instructions to verify the login via a text message, phone call, or authentication app.

Step 4: Access Teams

Once logged in, your child will see their Teams dashboard. This will show:

Step 5: Troubleshooting

If you have any issues logging in, try the following:
- Double-check the email address and password.
- Ensure your internet connection is stable.
- Restart the Teams app and try again.
- Contact the school’s IT support if the problem persists.

Tips:

For easier access in the future, parents can bookmark https://teams.microsoft.com in their browser.
Encourage your child to use the Calendar in Teams to keep track of scheduled meetings or classes.