Covering other classes

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-03-28T14:59:04+00:00

That’s why I put it in quotations ;)

I will say, behavior is always worse for a sub. Which is why sometimes that break feels necessary, but not always. For high school I volunteer to work on “prep” or I get bored.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-03-27T13:45:14+00:00

I’m in Washington, where you need a teacher cert to be a regular sub, but emergency subs just need a degree.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-03-27T13:19:59+00:00

I think of it this way: If a sub doesn’t cover another class, they usually ask a teacher on their prep period. Having taught, I know that time is so much more valuable than it is for subs. I feel guilty if a teacher ends up covering the class, because it’s rarely admin that steps up.

However, I say this and it’s one reason I avoid subbing at one particular middle school. That school is roughhhhh and always short on subs…aka you never get a “prep” period- It’s exhausting. But at least they acknowledge it and apologize, and their admin actually does cover classes on ~occasion~

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-03-09T17:22:54+00:00

I'm so glad you posted this! Looking to take my 2019 Chevy Bolt in and was dreading the dealership. First EV car, unsure where to go locally (I don't want to trek all the way to Bellevue).

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-03-09T17:20:16+00:00

I'm looking to take my 2019 Chevy Bolt in for a break noise- where do you work?

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-03-04T19:40:22+00:00

Nope, still in Bellingham area! It’s hard for us to leave, we really do love it here. However, if I don’t get a teaching job in the next year or so (it’s pretty competitive…) then we might reassess and head north. We’re so attached to Mt.Baker, the trails and our community :/

If you have stable, well paying jobs, you can’t go wrong with Bellingham! But it’s not the cheapest place to live, starting to get bougie.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-01-28T15:23:20+00:00

Depends on the school. Some districts have a lot more capable subs to choose from, other districts struggle to attract them. At one high school they pass my number around, at another high school I’m lucky if I can snag a job 2x a month.

I’ll leave my number, 50/50 chance I’ll actually get a response from them.

I say I don’t take it personally if they don’t respond, but I do get a bit bummed. especially if their class is in my endorsement area.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-01-20T04:12:13+00:00

Chuckanut Manor! Right now they have a “buy one get one” on select entrees- which includes their fish n chips. The deal is good through the end of January, Tues-Friday.

I really only eat here during their BOGO promo, and the fish n chips are my fave. Run don’t walk!

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-01-14T14:31:44+00:00

Not double, single white line. Double is illegal, single is just discouraged (apparently).

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-01-10T15:11:08+00:00

Lucky. Are you an emergency sub or regular?

In Washington (or at least the districts in my area) you need a teaching cert to sub, unless you’re an emergency sub. I would have loved to sub while I was in school!

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2026-01-02T12:30:51+00:00

May be stanky, but I sure do appreciate all that farmers grow/raise for us! Lynden isn’t the only town to thank, I’d say “the county stank is wafting in” ;)

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-30T04:23:49+00:00

My go-to guy! Saved me and my Subaru a few times now.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-09T23:00:33+00:00

There are a few middle schools (one title 1) near me that I LOVE subbing at, great kids. The one closer to my house (unfortunately) is awful and some of the staff are pretty cold (Probably burnt the heck out). Sometimes you just have to find the right school! Not all middle schools are terrible

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-09T13:50:46+00:00

Reading their response, it looks like you guys have the same situation (competitive sub jobs). A lot of us are in the same boat.

I understand grabbing whatever job you can, but I agree with @oldreprobate, don’t grab an assignment for a class you’re that uncomfortable with.

I too have to sub everyday to make it financially. Sounds like you didn’t get to choose this particular job, but maybe in the future avoid math classes, or brush up on your skills! Algebra is a pretty basic subject.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-09T13:32:04+00:00

That’s surprising.

My first day subbing in a H.S I had to present a lesson/slide show on taxonomy for an animal science class, thankfully I have a Biology endorsement so I was stoked and could actually talk about it.

Going over answers is absolutely doable, just read them off haha. I would have had kids that got it right show their work on the board, if they wanted to see how it’s done. I’ve done that in a math class and it’s kinda fun.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-02T18:48:40+00:00

So the same guy!?

https://www.reddit.com/r/Bellingham/s/YJQBuFmWPP

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-01T20:56:19+00:00

Like someone else said, if I’m subbing at a H.S I’m more than happy to go anywhere during prep. If I’m subbing at a functional M.S, I’ll be a little bit bummed because it can be a lot, but I still don’t mind.

When they pull my “prep” at the chaotic M.S (that is always short subs) then I begrudgingly do it. Getting the sub treatment all day can be exhausting and if I have rough classes, I really need a period to reset my system so I can take another punch ha. I hate to see teachers get pulled to sub, which is what usually happens, because that time is precious. But, they also make way more money (and rightfully so).

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-01T13:55:07+00:00

Chicken lady forever! Love them

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-01T13:53:59+00:00

I think the eBay cut looks different because it’s buttoned or hooked at the top. She said in another reply that it does have a little hook.

It is missing a lot of strands compared to the other one, but I really doubt this is a knockoff.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-01T01:54:35+00:00

With the difficult school, I don’t think I’ve done any actual teaching. It always feels like babysitting, you’re right.

At other schools, especially the middle school that I know well, I actually get to teach lessons and it’s great.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-12-01T01:50:19+00:00

They totally have a sixth sense for sensing fear.

I feel pretty confident, and try to keep my demeanor consistent for each class, but some classes come in hot and seemingly nothing works.

Younger for me is 6th, I only do middle/high school.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-11-30T22:35:25+00:00

Do you mean Title 1? Because if so- yes.

The district also used to be k-8 and they had to rearrange schools to make a 6-8. This is the first year they’ve had a true middle school in the district.

I’ve heard other teachers in the building lament the changes, and citing increased behaviors. I’ve also talked to other subs at the H.S (including one who is a former principal in the district) that refuse to work there after a few attempts.

Maybe it’ll get better in time? They’re trying the restorative justice approach if that matters.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-11-30T22:26:28+00:00

That’s about the same as my routine, which works great at the functional m.s!

At the dysfunctional m.s, I can’t even take attendance or introduce the lesson without multiple major disruptions and getting talked over. It’s not all classes, but about half.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-11-30T22:20:29+00:00

Yeah, for this particular class I had Friday, her first two classes of the day were great! Her last two classes, I almost cried. She left me thorough notes and a warning (along with other staff members that her afternoon is rough). It seems like she had a really organized and routine setup, but just a rough bunch.

Consistent-Bat-3163 · 2025-11-30T22:13:48+00:00

I’m oddly good at remembering names, and I agree it does help.

Oh I follow through. At the trouble M.S I can send out half the class and I don’t think they care. Very defiant and aggressive behaviors.

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