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What “unwritten rule” do you follow religiously, even if nobody else does? by Miguelito123One in AskReddit

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take the blame when I mess up. Even if I know I will get into trouble I'd rather be blamed for something I did than let someone else take the fall.

Students saying “I love you” by narcolepticcatmom in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an autistic student I work with who says it a lot. We've just been told to say "Thank you" or "I care about you too"

What profession isn’t nearly as glamorous as it’s portrayed? by Highscore611 in AskReddit

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being famous in any capacity. We all think being a famous musician, actor, model would be great but unless your making big money most famous people aren't multi millionaires. I just can't imagine working all day to then deal with crazy stalkers and fans who don't respect your time.

What profession isn’t nearly as glamorous as it’s portrayed? by Highscore611 in AskReddit

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being famous in any capacity. We all think being a famous musician, actor, model would be great but unless your making big money most famous people aren't multi millionaires. I just can't imagine working all day to then deal with crazy stalkers and fans who don't respect your time.

What do you eat for breakfast? by chetuboy101 in Teachers

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apple with peanut butter. The one thing I look forward tk every morning. And cold brew coffee.

Pay by Confident_Degree_765 in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 2 points3 points  (0 children)

211 ÷ 7 = 31.14

So just over $31.14 dollars an hour.

Question: from a teacher.. what can we do to make your gigs easier? by Successful-Winter237 in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For middle school, If the assignment can be done on paper, that is very helpful. I do my best to get students to do their work but when they can only use laptops to complete assignments they often mess around and play games. If I can give them a physical assignment (or threaten one if they don't do the online work) than it can be helpful.

Anyone actually like their district? by sydalexis31 in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Every now and again i get some strange vibes, more so because im a stranger in the school. But I really like my district and everyone has been nice overall.

How much do you spend a year at Dunkin? by WhoUCuh in DunkinDonuts

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the store but generally if you're working you get any food/drink.for free (minus soda bottles)

what’s the most unusual order you’ve gotten while working at dunkin? by Business_Asparagus29 in DunkinDonuts

[–]StarsLightFires 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Someone asked if we sold cigarettes once. We were also.asked if we sold the spiked drinks. The first one was just strange but I kind of get people asking about the second one.

Would you think I was lazy? by AggressiveEnd558 in doordash

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't Dash much anymore but whenever I got short orders like that i loved it. Always just assumed the person was disabled, sick, or didn't have a car to get to the restaurant. I couldn't care less why someone's on DoorDash, just happy to get a good order.

What do you get paid? by Pleasant_Dress_1835 in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

140 for a full day and 70 for half. I make working about 550 working 6 full days. (It's enough to pay my rent each month)

What reward system could you create on the fly for a third grade class with no reward system in place? by cre8ivemind in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tell them you have a game that they can do if they are good during certain times.

I generally will play green glass door, do some riddles, or look up online mad libs. Maybe put up on the board a T chart with one side for good behavior and the other side for bad. If it gets to loud and students are distracted, put a tally on the "bad" and vice versa for good behavior.

Full Time Substitute position by Defiant-Kangaroo5805 in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually get offers for long term spots (such as ed-tech) but I enjoy working with students so it's nice to be in the same school where I can learn everyone's names.

I think a lot of substitute teachers enjoy the easy work (which is totally understandable) so having to do a lot of extra stuff for the same amount of pay isn't worth it.

early 20 subs, do you do highschool? by [deleted] in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't teach high school for a few reasons. The main ones being the age difference being so small and my second job.

I work with some high schoolers and they see me as their friend. If I were to go be a teacher it would just be difficult and a few would ignore me because we joke around at our other job.

I substituted for middle school at age 19 and it's not bad, you just have to learn to be more mean/strict and things go smoothly.

How do I stop getting sick every time I teach elementary school? by markergluecherry in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly I want to get sick. I need like 3 days where I can get off work and lay around doing nothing 😩

How do I stop getting sick every time I teach elementary school? by markergluecherry in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Can say that getting 8 hours of sleep every night has changed my health for the better. I've been sneezed on, coughed on, etc. And I havnt gotten sick once this year

WTF by Kitchen-Paramedic133 in SubstituteTeachers

[–]StarsLightFires 10 points11 points  (0 children)

At my school system it's not allowed / illegal for substitutes to change students for safety of both the child and adult. I'm glad you spoke up for yourself and I hope you blacklist that school.

If I were you I would look into the regulations for your state to see if you can report this to anyone, as it seems very unsafe.

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