The Successful Substitute

Tackle your role as substitute teacher with confidence and ease. This essential resource offers field-tested guidance on how to maintain effective classroom and behavior management while making connections with students and advancing classroom content. Packed with strategies, actionable steps, and insights from a variety of guest teachers, this book will prepare you for a day that is both enjoyable and productive.

This book will help you:

• Walk through the process of becoming a substitute teacher step by step—from submitting the initial paperwork to completing a full school day
• Glean insights from current and former substitutes, with clearly defined dos and don’ts of the role
• Learn how to make positive impressions with school staff and establish connections with students
• Strategize on how to correct misbehavior and redirect attention in rowdy classrooms
• Understand classroom structures you may encounter and receive tips and activities tailored to each one

Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1: Prepare for Success
Chapter 2: Start Out Strong
Chapter 3: Connect With Students
Chapter 4: Make It Manageable and Engaging
Chapter 5: Stay Calm in the Storm
Chapter 6: End Strong
Chapter 7: Thrive and Grow Into Your Future
Chapter 8: Keep Going! Keep Growing!
References and Resources
Index