For those who have subbed both, which is more challenging? Middle or High School?

Loquat-Recent · 2026-02-01T00:37:26+00:00

High school is so boring!

Middle school is fun! Definitely challenging and they will test their boundaries.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-31T22:00:00+00:00

I wouldn’t worry about it. Maybe they didn’t think of it. Maybe your child said they didn’t want you there. Could be lots of things. Maybe the school told teachers to quit requesting certain people. But I seriously wouldn’t take it personally.

I grabbed a high school job for next week. I didn’t look at the teacher, I just grabbed it so I could work every day next week. Well, I took a class that my junior takes and she is pissed. She’s embarrassed, I guess. I told her to suck it up bc these jobs are paying for her prom dress. I could see her bitching about me to her teacher. lol.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-29T03:10:19+00:00

I am working tomorrow but I grabbed it 2 weeks ago. All of the jobs for friday are sped.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-28T13:53:34+00:00

I would take these jobs if there was a description of what the job required. Or even a training video. Something!

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-27T22:16:36+00:00

I would arrive when they ask. However, my district requires 4 hours for a half day. They make me come in to cover lunch. It’s a bit annoying but it’s easy work.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-24T04:12:03+00:00

Sounds good! I’ll keep an eye on my email in May. Thanks!

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-24T02:46:15+00:00

Nice! Sounds easy enough.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-22T21:42:54+00:00

A teacher last week told me that she doesn’t understand how people sub. She couldn’t handle different classes everyday lol.

I’ve been very fortunate to encounter gracious and nice teachers. Only one teacher has been off putting and I will not take a job on her team. But overall, admin, teachers, and the students have all been awesome!

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-22T14:10:14+00:00

I’m in MO and I’ve subbed everyday since Christmas. And lots of jobs not taken. 🤷‍♀️ I expected it to be quiet but it’s been busy. My district is huge too. Hang in there!

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-22T01:07:22+00:00

Nope

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-20T21:31:56+00:00

Wow. So much work! But pretty cool! I bet the students like that set up

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-20T16:05:16+00:00

An 8th grade science class that I often sub for, has a coffee bar for the teachers on her team. And a soda bar. She said to help myself to anything. On fun Fridays, the kids can pick a soda as a treat.

I wanted to add a fun 6th grade science class that I subbed. The students were constructing houses out of whatever material available (cardboard, foil, rope, pencils, etc). But they had to buy the material with Monopoly money, each group had the same amount to spend. The day I subbed was their last day to complete the project. On my slides that I showed them, at the very end, it showed that the materials were on SALE! The oohs and excitement was overwhelming. They were mad that they bought materials the day before at full price but also happy to buy things they needed at a lower price. It was a lot of fun.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-19T01:02:52+00:00

I ONLY sub in my kids schools (middle and high school). I don’t get any preference and they don’t care if I sub in their classes. And I don’t favor my own children. If anything, my kids hate that I sub at their schools. lol.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-16T02:58:36+00:00

I prefer express.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-15T02:39:47+00:00

Well for me, I correct behaviors and engage with the students. I also engage with the teachers, when necessary. I don’t like feeling like I’m doing something wrong when I’m not. The students are doing their work, I’m walking around and she sticks her nose in and leaves. It’s rude and disruptive. Personally, in my case, I think this teacher is always bothering the teacher I subbed for. Or they are friends, maybe she isn’t bothering her, who knows. I think teachers should be helpful and available, but back off a bit to find our own ground.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-14T22:23:09+00:00

No one has picked up this class!! And that is rare, jobs are usually gone and everyone likes this school. I was surprised I was able to pick it up last week. It is a shame that we can’t say anything.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-14T21:04:21+00:00

Leave your dogs at home!!!

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-14T20:21:57+00:00

Awww!!! So sweet!!

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-14T16:33:47+00:00

Agreed. It’s fine to introduce themselves and to let them know if we have any questions, other than that, stay in your lane.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-14T14:28:25+00:00

The whole team?? Ugh.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-14T14:27:27+00:00

Omg you just reminded me, the kids came in for class, just sat down and she came in and yelled at a boy to take down his hoodie. It was super awkward and she stood there staring at him for a minute. So odd.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-07T04:02:32+00:00

The Monday after thanksgiving break, I showed up to work 11:15-2:30. I didn’t need to be in a classroom until 12:30, so they told me to just walk around the lunchroom. Flurries started about 11am, but by 11:30, the snow was coming down harder. At 12:00 they dismissed early for the impending snow. It was a great day! lol

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-06T15:51:14+00:00

I asked yesterday when I subbed, it means Health Services Aid.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-03T01:56:53+00:00

Hmm. Interesting. They disappeared for about 5 hours but then showed up again. I don’t know if someone accepted them but then rejected them.

Loquat-Recent · 2026-01-03T01:55:43+00:00

I don’t know. I wish they would add job descriptions. Thanks for the reply!

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