How to Substitute Teach With Dignity
Consider the advantages: You pick your subject and schedule., Consider the disadvantages: No retirement., Always respect the office staff., Befriend the custodial staff, they are part of the team. , Be prepared: every school and every grade is...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Consider the advantages: You pick your subject and schedule.
It is a good second job or job to get through college.
If you are single or a caregiver or single parent, you can adjust your schedule to meet your needs. -
Step 2: Consider the disadvantages: No retirement.
No medical or health insurance.
No school district perks.
Some people treat you like a non entity. , Learn their names and treat them with genuine respect ,, This is where all those classes in sociology and psychology come into play. , Treat them and their parents with the respect and reverence they deserve.
We didn't get a manual when we were born, and neither did they. , Call for security, and/or send a trusted student to the office for assistance. , Remember safety and dignity paramount. , If it isn't documented, it doesn't exist.
Too often, schools will sacrifice good substitute teachers to save face in the event of an incident.If negative remarks are made to your character, do defend yourself, place all information in your file, keep a copy in your personal file at home. , Direct the student to the nurse, the counselor, their parent or other trusted adult.
Do not discuss sensitive issues with students! , And as a substitute teacher you will not be made privy to that information. ,, Schedules are constantly changing. ,,, Save for the summer and for winter and spring vacations. -
Step 3: Always respect the office staff.
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Step 4: Befriend the custodial staff
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Step 5: they are part of the team.
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Step 6: Be prepared: every school and every grade is different.
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Step 7: Understand that students are someone's children.
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Step 8: Respond immediately
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Step 9: if there is an emergency.
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Step 10: Do not confront students
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Step 11: either mentally or physically!
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Step 12: Document all misbehavior!
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Step 13: Err on the side of caution always when students ask sensitive questions.
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Step 14: Be aware that the myriad of students in your classroom can range: from gifted and talented to special needs to at risk and adjudicated youth.
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Step 15: Treat all students fairly and equally.
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Step 16: Stay with the lesson plan
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Step 17: but be flexible.
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Step 18: Keep records of your time worked.
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Step 19: Be very organized with your time cards and pay check stubs.
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Step 20: Use your money wisely.
Detailed Guide
It is a good second job or job to get through college.
If you are single or a caregiver or single parent, you can adjust your schedule to meet your needs.
No medical or health insurance.
No school district perks.
Some people treat you like a non entity. , Learn their names and treat them with genuine respect ,, This is where all those classes in sociology and psychology come into play. , Treat them and their parents with the respect and reverence they deserve.
We didn't get a manual when we were born, and neither did they. , Call for security, and/or send a trusted student to the office for assistance. , Remember safety and dignity paramount. , If it isn't documented, it doesn't exist.
Too often, schools will sacrifice good substitute teachers to save face in the event of an incident.If negative remarks are made to your character, do defend yourself, place all information in your file, keep a copy in your personal file at home. , Direct the student to the nurse, the counselor, their parent or other trusted adult.
Do not discuss sensitive issues with students! , And as a substitute teacher you will not be made privy to that information. ,, Schedules are constantly changing. ,,, Save for the summer and for winter and spring vacations.
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