Substitute teacher bag of tricks

Books are a great way for substitutes to break the ice with a new group of students. Check out our list of fantastic substitute teacher books for every elementary classroom and substitute teacher bag.

One of the things I’ve learned a lot about through trial and error is what things I need to bring with me on the job. Ideally, everythi...

I am excited to welcome a great blogger here today named Mrs. R Mathis. She has been substitute teaching for the past six years. Today she is showing us all a glimpse of how a substitute teacher may see our classrooms. There are things that only another substitute teacher can tell you when it comes to leaving your class for a day. Read on for her thoughtful, thorough, and eye-opening tips… _ _

15 Activities Every Substitute Teacher Needs in Their Toolkit contributed by Jacquelyn Carbo In an ideal world, when you take a substitute teacher assignment, the classroom teacher provides a set of lesson plans and activities that guide you and the students throughout the day. However, classrooms and schedules can be unpredictable. Even when a clear plan is available, sometimes lessons run short and you’ll need to keep students engaged on the fly. When those times arise – and they most…

Journey of a Substitute Teacher...a journey of stories, freebies, ideas, and more!

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I was nervous the day I walked into a high school to be a substitute for the very first time. I subbed for a health class which was a relief but I genuinely worried about the students harassing me. I arrived about 30 minutes early, acclimated myself to the classroom and began to pray. Lord, please help me to manage these students with poise and grace without losing my cool and screaming, Amen! Do you ever pray honestly in everyday words? I DO! The holy strategy I received and wrote on the…

These quick substitute teacher activities can be used when you are in a pinch! They require no tech, no copies - nothing! Learn more here!

Every sub needs one, and I have struggled over the years with what to put in mine... a bag of tricks. I fluctuate between bringing everythin...

Whether you need to take attendance or whip up activities when you're missing lesson plans, here's what to bring in your sub to-go bag to be prepared for a great day.