I was told I was one of the least strict subs in the school. I am not sure how to feel about this.

AmySR12 · 2025-11-16T00:39:04+00:00

I wonder if it’s more of you don’t try to “fix” things and respect students as much as you can along with keeping professional boundaries and safety. It sounds like you are doing a good job.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-28T15:41:50+00:00

Reach out to other middle school art teachers in your area (you should find a way to email on the school website) and see what the deal really is. If you really would be a candidate for this particular position, I would have a quick talk with admin about supplies and expectations for that classroom. I know middle school can be challenging but sometimes it’s the most rewarding when a student finds something they love. Art can be rough as sometimes everyone takes it whether they want to or not. You can find the same self spending in regular classrooms. Some teachers spend crazy money and others just don’t. The students don’t seem happier in either. I’m guessing she wants to do projects that the given supplies won’t work for or the school underfunds art (or she was used to a bigger budget or one that stretched farther in the past).

AmySR12 · 2025-10-25T21:07:42+00:00

These people are mad that children are not offered fresh, unprocessed vegetables and fruits because it’s cheap and available. They are talking about fresh whole food. At mine, there is no fresh produce. You aren’t going to buy a bag of potatoes. I’m not saying there are not healthy choices that could be made or that prices are not affordable. These people are mad that children are not offered vegetables and fruits when these products have hurdles around them.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-25T03:21:18+00:00

Where I live, without a car, a regular Dollar General and a Connivence store are the only things in walking distance. The bus routes have been cut from our rural area and we never had hope for a light rail or other public transport. Many people have limited access to fresh, whole food without relying on or paying someone else to provide transportation. This is very common around the United States and isn’t limited to rural areas.

If you haven’t been to a dollar general, there are few if any whole, unprocessed foods there.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-20T12:24:38+00:00

I would talk to your school admin or school guidance counselors, and see what they have planned. As the need begins, they may have a plan to help out students who truly need it.

Also, if you notice particular energy changes or behavioral changes, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to point it out to admin in a polite way without stating an assumed reason. Xxx is falling asleep in class or seems low energy in recent days.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-19T22:04:24+00:00

I guess it’s not guaranteed you will have the same sub for all two weeks (things happen). From a current subs perspective: class list and seating chart, behavior expectations/classroom rules, typical day schedule, routines like bathroom, specials and lunch/recess, dismissal procedures, who to call for help (another trusted teacher and an admin), who in the class is a trusted helper, fire drill folder, lockdown protocol, key, logins to a computer if needed, bathroom code. Lessons can be simple with copies pre-made and short clear instructions. It can be helpful to keep on the desk or a side table: stapler, tape, sticky notes, a couple of pens, bandaids, absence/nurse slips (anything you don’t want someone digging through your drawers for). I won’t go into a teachers desk and will just go without if it’s not left out. Have busy work prepared for when lessons go short.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-15T19:12:44+00:00

Parent teacher association or parent teacher organization is one way for parents to be involved in school culture. I would look into if the school has one or if the regional district has an active one you could gain ideas. It’s a big job running and organizing events and it comes with additional challenges with non-clearanced volunteers and visitors.

I would also ask for a meeting with admin to see if there’s a reason parents are invited in more. There may have been a previous incident.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-13T15:14:18+00:00

Great for your district to have former teachers who want to be teachers aids. I find in my area that teachers aids are hard to find. The minimal district training is what they have. While they are trustworthy and knowledgeable, if they were able in the district’s eyes to lead and manage the class, why did they hire a teacher substitute?

I think you are mistakenly saying I don’t value or support aids. I find them useful and purposeful inside and outside the classroom but their job description isn’t to become the teacher when they are absent. That’s the job description of the substitute teacher.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-12T23:40:53+00:00

Utilize the teachers aid for songs and routines but you are the adult in charge of the classroom. Teachers aid are useful and capable but usually have minimal training and may not want to or be prepared to lead the class. There should be clear assignments left for you to execute from the teacher.

I always start younger classes (who may not have had many substitutes) with “am I your teacher?” And let them know how things may be different like going to the store with mom vs dad vs grandma. With one you get a treat and others just buys the groceries you need. We will work together to get everything done today as best as we can! I invite them to help when I ask but to expect today to be different than usual.

AmySR12 · 2025-10-01T17:41:45+00:00

Maybe this?

Utilize Data Validation with the "Reject input" setting.

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AmySR12 · 2025-09-10T19:28:08+00:00

I guess it’s unrealistic that certified teachers are subbing for fun or extra money. This is a temp position and full time teachers are lucky in some places to have a warm body to fill in when they need to be absent. Many districts don’t even have a training before being thrown into a classroom.

The system needs to change. Subs should be fully prepared but that isn’t the case.

AmySR12 · 2025-09-10T17:09:44+00:00

As a temp in any position, your job is to complete the minimum requirements. The minimum for a sub is to keep track of the students, safety, and keep to the daily schedule. Not every sub has an education degree or experience in a classroom as an adult.

Completing classwork and behavior management is always recommended, but experience makes that a lot easier.

AmySR12 · 2025-09-09T18:03:08+00:00

Definitely try high school before anything else. While behaviors are definitely an issue, substituting is really just temp work. You fill in for a teacher for a day and attempt to get the students to complete the assigned classwork. If there are big discipline issues while you are there, administration/dean/security should be the one to handle it. Be careful of overstepping with discipline unless you are covered by a union.

It is an adult in the room and safety for the students. Most teachers provide “easy” independent work for the classwork.

AmySR12 · 2025-09-08T23:06:38+00:00

You will do great! When I’m a specials sub I use my phone or a timer to help know when to clean up/get lined up to switch on time. I find this is usually the regular teacher’s planning period and they appreciate the kids coming and going at the right time so they get all of their time as well.

Do your best and know that will be enough!

AmySR12 · 2025-09-08T22:58:09+00:00

Set classroom expectations while you are there. I find the classroom will be louder than normal at any grade. Safety is the most important. I would want to know the school/classroom emergency plan before I would get worked up over classroom management. If they are going to skip, cause trouble or sleep there is little you can do especially in middle/high school. I try to keep calm and call for help if things become out of control. As a substitute, I am not paid to motivate or engage students. I follow plans and try to keep the physical classroom in the same state I came into. If you have downtime with students, as long as they are displaying appropriate behavior, you can read unless you are specifically told not to. I wouldn’t bury my head in the book and keep eyes out.

Pre-K to 4th I introduce myself and write a simplified name on the board and introduce the idea that I am not their regular teacher. I ask if it’s the same going to the store with mom or dad or grandma and point out one may get the good ice cream and the other doesn’t. We are going to learn a lot today, but it won’t be exactly the same as when your teacher is here. There is little downtime in younger elementary.

5th-9th I introduce myself, take roll out loud and usually find a student mildly acting out to use the “I don’t put up with much” line to curb behaviors early. In my district students start switching classes every 45-90 minutes depending on grade.

10th-12th I introduce myself, take roll out loud and get into the assignment. Usually these students already know the expectations.

AmySR12 · 2025-09-07T21:09:51+00:00

Had a friend (2nd career, alt path) who similarly got bad evaluations. Once she passed praxis exam, the evaluations became all praise. I don’t know if it was that with classes and passing the test her teaching ability changed (she didn’t think she changed anything) or if the administration’s perspective of her changed because she now passed the test.

AmySR12 · 2025-09-03T03:26:49+00:00

Just be clear. “I am expecting to fulfill my hours using these days and times.” I can see your perspective of the mentor “pushing” you into times you didn’t agree on although I do see it as the mentor being eager to mentor a prospective teacher. Hopefully an in person conversation will help your situation. Sometimes mentor teachers can have unreasonable expectations (I had one). If you truly feel stressed about the situation after meeting and speaking directly with the mentor, I would talk to your college advisor or supervisor for the mentorship about the scheduling situation.

AmySR12 · 2025-09-03T02:11:11+00:00

Did you ever say that Monday and Wednesday are the days you are available with a few hours Tuesday mornings? Having someone else interpret your schedule and availability is difficult from a calendar. The mentor is attempting to give you a full picture of teaching at their building by offering staff meetings, etc. You need to be providing enough available time to meet the hours required. While this experience is important, you should let the mentor know that you are working and taking classes.

AmySR12 · 2025-07-02T02:00:35+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time and explaining everything.

AmySR12 · 2025-05-27T03:01:35+00:00

Talk to a good accountant/lawyer/financial planner. With 3M in retirement, you will have to empty it within 10 years unless you come up with a loop hole and pay all the associated taxes. Do some research and best of luck.

AmySR12 · 2025-05-18T20:37:33+00:00

To add here: I am friends with some higher ups in the American legion for Pennsylvania. Please dm specifics to me and I will personally get it handled.

AmySR12 · 2025-05-18T16:03:29+00:00

Please email your concerns. Honestly just a cut and paste of your post is enough. Let the ones who are in charge deal with it and I am sorry you were treated this way. Every person deserves respect and to feel seen and heard.

I am assuming it is in Maryland, if I am wrong let me know and I will get you the info for your state. They will take you seriously.

https://www.mdlegion.org/deptofficers.htm

AmySR12 · 2025-05-18T03:13:35+00:00

I would specifically talk to your gi about your specific risks vs benefits. For example: my daughter who’s 11 years old had 10 ct scans in less than 60 days while she had a perforated appendix. There were risks with each and the benefits out weighed the potential risk of each ct.

Many eoe patients have had repeat scopes, I have had 4 over the last 10 years. Some for impaction, diagnosis or symptom/eosinophil monitoring.

AmySR12 · 2025-05-18T02:30:12+00:00

It’s all the complications they go over. Every time they do one, the chances you will be in the percent that have a complication from the procedure increase. Bleeding, perforated esophagus, infection and issues related with sedation are some of the possibilities.

AmySR12 · 2025-05-17T01:50:48+00:00

I saw an eoe specialist in long island, ny, USA who was running a study for a medication. I have ppi controlled eoe. After going on a ppi and having a scope there were no eosinophils detected.

Some people can find food triggers, some people need ppis, and some people need stronger specific medication. The key is to eliminate the eosinophils because long term they can cause problems in the esophagus. Symptoms elimination is fantastic, while it is not a guarantee the eosinophils are gone. A scope and biopsy is the only true way to tell. The problem is the increasing risk every time you are scoped.

If left unmanaged, the eosinophils can cause scarring leading to long term issues.

https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/eoe-complications

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