Substitutions Only: Make a Sub-vival Kit for Your Sub (Tricks and Tips for Helping Out Your Substitute Teacher)

Being a sub is a tough job. Looking into the faces of new children and entering a different classroom can be pretty intimidating to even the most seasoned professional, but with a few simple steps preschool teachers can make a sub's job a piece of cake. Below you will find a few pointers that will make your sub's job as easy as 1, 2, 3!

Create a Sub-vival Kit for your Sub by including the following items (Always ask your school administrator/director before giving out the following information):

1 plastic book report cover and copies of the following:

• A welcome letter (because even subs need a little teacherly love) 
• Detailed daily lesson plans (Check out freeology.com for a great substitute form and other swoon worthy forms) Make sure to include circletime songs and other mandatory procedures.
• Daily schedule 
• Classroom seating chart/cot arrangement chart 
• List of the student's names with pictures for easy reference (Always ask your school administrator/director before using children's pictures or names) 
• Classroom procedures, pick-up and emergency procedures (fire and tornado procedures) 

Place all of the items inside the plastic book report cover for easy access. 

Presto change-o! You just made your sub a superstar! Rock on.