Great story! And congratulations! I am appreciate, though, that when I go to schools and I have to make last-minute adjustments (they have...
The best way to increase your workload for subbing is to work in a big district, preferable multiple districts. More schools= more potential...
I totally and completely understand the need to have last-minute subs. Stuff happens. I once was in a car wreck on my way the way to work myself...
^LOL! That's why I like to keep them busy! Even if it's not "work," I have to channel their energy to something productive. Related to my...
Yes, I did! I was so excited, I rarely slept much the preceding night.
^Good point! Even if you already have a good reputation with the district, I'm sure taking last-minute jobs make you look even more impressive...
Mistakes You've Made What are some mistakes you've made on the job? :o I've learned a lot over the last couple of years, and it was often...
You can have them write a story that includes the words (if there are many, you can tell them to choose ten). If they are special vocabulary...
Wow, you've got a lot! :cool: -Don't forget your lunch. :lol: -An interesting book (or newspaper/magazine article) to read aloud...
We have an automated system. It's interesting that they may keep record, but I don't think it has a negative effect, not any that I've noticed....
That may be true in some districts, but in mine, I do a very good job of getting referrals and repeat-classrooms. I can probably work 3-4 days a...
Miss E. try to make a behavior policy for individuals, and one for the whole class. A classroom economy is my favorite. Other teachers have...
I usually don't like giving candy. Actually, I don't even think I'm allowed to do that. -One of the best ones, if you're willing to eat in...
LOL!!! I want to be in your class!
Raising their hands for what purpose? You can have a couple of different signals for different purposes. For bathroom, you can institute a...
I think it works better for younger elementary students to focus on one or the other each day, and rotate every few days. Social studies is one...
Great topic! One thing I usually notice, since I mostly sub elementary, is that younger grades often have their classroom discipline policy...
I'm going to take last-minute jobs. I'm also going to do more to network, especially with administration. I do a good job with other teachers,...
:lol: I totally agree! I just posted about that in other topic. Here's a tip I also posted: create a makeshift seating chart when you're...
Wow, lucky! I've had no lesson plans on several occasions. :mellow: You two make good points.
