Substitute Teacher Sites

Emergency Lesson Plans
It is important that teachers create emergency lesson plans in case they are unable to make it into school. This article gives many ideas to help with the creation of these lesson plans.

Substitute Folders
Learn about the best items to include in substitute folders.

What Is a Substitute Teacher?
Find out the duties, educational requirements, pay, and more information about substitute teachers.

Chapter 2: Preparing for the Battle
Practical suggestions to help the sub survive the unexpected include a changer of clothes in the car!

Chapter 3 The Gatekeeper
This page explains how to best deal with people offering jobs to keep them coming.

Chapter 4 Before Class Begins
A few tips to help get the class off to a good start.

Chapter 5 During Class
My favorite of this series contains ideas teachers as well as substitutes will find effective.

List of Busy Work
Don't miss this list of interesting tricks to have up your sleeve when lesson plans are missing.

PowerTricks
Here are some suggestions to try when things are going awry.

Useful Information for Substitute Teachers
Good practical advice such as what to bring with you and what to do before and after class. A short list of the benefits of substitute teaching is included.