How do you write a substitute lesson plan?

Here are four tips for writing emergency sub plans to make taking an unexpected sub day as painless as possible.

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1) Have sub plans ready to go in advance.
2) Include a classroom schedule.
3) Include basic classroom management procedures.
4) Keep lessons simple for the substitute, yet engaging for your students.

What should be included in a substitute folder?

What to Include in Your Substitute Folder

Class List and Seating Chart. Provide a class list for your substitute and place a star next to any students that you know they can go to for help.
Rules and Routines.
Emergency Procedures and Drills.
Generic Lesson Plans.
Note Template.

What do you leave a substitute teacher for?

It is very important to leave the substitute teacher ideas on how to manage the classroom. For instance, let the substitute teacher know what signal you use to quiet the classroom down, so they can utilize the same signal. Also suggest that the teacher write “Recess” and “Break” on the board.

What do you leave for sub plans?

Your sub binder should have a cover, dividers, and tabs to organize, a note to your sub, schedules, school and staff info, class information, arrival and dismissal procedures, class rules and management procedures, emergency procedures, lesson plans, behavior incentives, seating charts, and room for substitute notes.

Do long term subs make lesson plans?

The responsibilities of long-term subs typically include developing lesson plans, assigning homework, maintaining discipline and managing the class.

What should be in a substitute teacher folder?

What should be included in a substitute binder?

Here’s a list of things you might want to include if you make a sub binder:

Note from the teacher (you)
School policies.
Class List.
Classroom Rules.
Water and restroom information and policies.
Behavior (positive as well as consequences)

What do you leave for substitute teaching?

Your substitute teacher folder should include this key information so your class won’t miss a beat.

School emergency procedures such as fire drills and lock-downs.
Insights into student behavior and past problems.
Health concerns.
Special accommodations.
Map of the school.
Names of helpful associates.

What is the objective of a substitute teacher?

Motivated substitute teacher looking to instruct in a dynamic learning environment. Eager to support children of all abilities and backgrounds, helping them develop the skills they need to be successful students.