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Month: September 2023

  • September 28, 2023

How Substitutes Can Use a Token Economy System in the Classroom

A star sticker chart-- a common classroom token economy system.

When Dwight Schrute, a character in the hit TV series "The Office," began his new role as regional manager of the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch, he had some ideas for how to...

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  • September 27, 2023

3 Effective Ways to Quiet an Elementary Class

A teacher holding a blow horn.

If you're overwhelmed by the din of a large group of children, chances are some of your students are feeling that way as well. I was able to use some quieting techniques...

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  • September 26, 2023

How to Rein in a Class That’s Had Multiple Substitutes

A black and white image of a classroom whiteboard with a cursive alphabet poster.

Substitute teaching is pretty much the ultimate gamble of a job. Unless you continuously sub at the same school, chances are, when you accept a job, you have no idea what you're...

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  • September 21, 2023

A Fun Trick for Substitutes to Boost Positive Student Behavior

The teacher holding up a stuffed animal pigeon as a classroom management aid.

Some days, it may feel like you've tried everything up your sleeve to calm a class of little ones. You scan the room in desperation, feeling mere seconds away from completely losing...

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  • September 20, 2023

How a Substitute Can Manage Behavior by Spelling a Word

A spelling of RECESS on the board as a classroom behavior motivator.

Behavior management in the classroom becomes an important foundation for accomplishing everything else during the school day. I can't expect the students to think deeply and parse complicated literature and hold sophisticated...

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  • September 19, 2023

Free Student Rewards for Substitute Teachers

A hand holding out a bursting cone of confetti.

In a perfect world, one could waltz into a new classroom to substitute teach and the students would be sitting primly at their desks, eager to follow each and every direction from...

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  • September 16, 2023

Top Low-Prep Games for Elementary Teachers and Substitutes

The teacher sitting amongst many student creations and games with a toy crown and wand crafted by Kindergarteners.

Games have the power to provide much needed relief during the school day. They can bring a class together with fierce determination to achieve the goal. They can serve as outlets of...

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  • September 14, 2023

My Favorite No-Prep Elementary Classroom Games

Kids playing twister: a classic game!

Teachers and substitute teachers alike can benefit from this tried-and-true arsenal of easy games to play with their classes. You can use games as a reward-- something the class earns after meeting...

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  • September 12, 2023

The Complete Guide to Long-Term Substitute Teaching

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What is a long-term substitute? A long-term substitute is a substitute teacher that covers the same class for an extended period of time. Each school and district will set the minimum length...

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  • September 8, 2023

Is It Worth It to Long-Term Substitute Teach?

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Before signing up to take over a classroom for a while, you may be wondering if it's worth it. Long-term subbing can be full of nuances that impact this decision. I took...

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  • September 6, 2023

6 Key Tips for Success as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher

The long-term substitute teacher (me) sitting at my desk and smiling.

There's a new teacher in town! And it's you. At least for a little while. Long-term substitute teaching straddles a category of its own, the awkward blend of day-to-day subbing and full-time...

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  • September 5, 2023

Considering a Long-Term Sub Position? 3 Reasons to Pause

A woman looking thoughtful-- a long-term substitute considering whether to take the assignment.

Long-term substitute teaching can be a rewarding gig-- I've filled in for extended periods of time twice, and even the most challenging position had its fulfilling moments. As a long-term substitute, you...

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Charmaine
Charmaine

Former Teacher ☼ Substitute ☼ Writer ☼ Mom

Recent Posts

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    So, You Want to Quit Teaching and Better Your Life?

    April 16, 2025
  • "Amos Takes the Skyway" is a children's book about an Amish boy who is determined to cycle over the Skyway Bridge.

    Amos Takes the Skyway: An Engaging and Informative Classroom Readaloud

    December 2, 2024
  • A happy teacher sporting her DIY teacher pencil shirt.

    How to Make a Simple Pencil Shirt

    October 15, 2024
  • How to live your best pumpkin spice era this fall (for cheap!). The author is smiling amongst a pile of mums and pumpkin spice creamer.

    How to Live in Your Pumpkin Spice Era for Cheap

    September 24, 2024
  • Substitute teaching: Pandemic Edition. It features a photo of a face mask over a plain blue background.

    Substitute Teaching: Pandemic Edition

    September 5, 2024
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