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May 8, 2010
More Substitute Teaching Essentials to Carry with You

Of course there is a limit to what you can take with you on a teaching assignment; still, there are some items you should have when you arrive.

Of course, there is a limit to what you can take with you on a teaching assignment; nevertheless, some items are basic.

It might go without saying, but you should carry a pen. School personnel should not have to supply you with one when you sign your pay voucher. The pen speaks to your preparedness for the entire job.

If you catch colds easily, a hand sanitizer might be another basic item for you to carry.  Along the same lines, you should have a handkerchief: not every classroom has an ample supply of tissues sitting on the teacher's desk.

May 5, 2010
Lesson Plans

List of lesson plan sites that substitute teachers can quickly find materials and information.

April 30, 2010
Guidelines for a Day of Substitute Teaching- Part 2

Take charge of your classroom to make sure your day goes as smooth as possible.

Next, when class begins, introduce yourself, and even if it seems Hollywood, write your name on the board.  Have students introduce themselves too.  Using a mini-lesson as an opener, you might discuss the handshake, eye contact, and name repetition of the formal greeting; then, with hand extended, go around the class and meet each person.  Or you might have students use a mnemonic tag with their name as they introduce themselves to you.  But, however you do it, become familiar with student names.

April 29, 2010
Guidelines for a Day of Substitute Teaching - Part 1

In general, what should you expect to do as substitute teacher? This article tells you what to expect in the day of the life of a substitute teacher and what is expected of you as well. 

In general, what should you expect to do as substitute teacher?