2. substitute 3. a submarine, or subaquatic
vehicle. 4. a large sandwich.
sub v. 1. to act as a replacement or substitute for another.
2. to submerge
Being a substitute teacher shouldn't mean being swamped under a morass of confusion or being subordinate, beneath, or below a teacher. However, since many teachers do not provide their substitutes with the materials and information that they need in order to do their job well, the typical sub may feel like a subordinate rather than a substitute.
Few teachers enjoy the stress of having to prepare for an absence. Many teachers report stress and anxiety while away from the classroom, as concern for their students robs them of rest that they may need while away.
Effective teachers know the value of planning ahead. However, completing lesson plans just isn't enough preparation in the event of an unexpected illness or other emergency. If something were to come up, would you be bustling into your classroom early to drop off plans, notes, and extra assignments? Why not plan for the unexpected [and equip your replacement to succeed] by creating a sub folder?
To make a sub folder, you will need:
copy of the classroom rules
copy of the bell/activity schedule
typed or neatly written outline or paragraph explaining any special routines, ie: getting started, going to recess, after school duty, etc.
copy of the class roster and seating chart
[in jr./sr. high school, include one per class period]
names of two students per class that can be trusted to provide accurate information and/or assistance... write down 2 names in case one is absent
copy of the weekly lesson plan
any "slips" that your school requires
ie: tardy slips, hall passes, attendance slips, etc.
Copy of fire and tornado drill protocol and a map of exits
AT LEAST ONE ALTERNATE ACTIVITY, ie: related worksheets or puzzles, an additional reading assignment, journal entry topic, etc.
To maintain the sub folder, place the photocopied weekly lesson plans in the subfolder in advance. For example, each Friday, place the copied plans for the upcoming week into the subfolder. Periodically check to see that the "additional assignment(s) are relevant to what the class is studying or has recently studied and that there are enough copies for everyone. Make sure that class rosters and seating charts are up-to-date.
Store the sub folder in an obvious location, like the desk top or the top desk drawer. Make sure a reliable student knows where the folder is located.
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