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I will be substitute teaching while attending college in hopes that the school administrators will become familiar with my teaching abilities. Are there any suggestions you could give me to set myself apart?

I’ll be in Elementary Education seeking my degree and want to make the most out of my training. All tips and tricks, mistakes to avoid, and ways to shine will be helpful while I’m subbing in the schools.
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Stephanie’s Answer

Hello Lynn,


Sorry I didn't see your question earlier! You are making a great choice to sub while in school. As you have assignments in your class, see how you might integrate them into your teaching. Talk with your principal about what you are learning and ask lots of questions. Be curious and interested in everything you do. As a sub, follow the lesson plans left for you and smile. Students may want to try you since you are temporary, but smile, be patient and have fun. If you enjoy your time while subbing, the students, staff and principal will notice. Volunteer for lunch duty or other "jobs" that others might not want to do. Show your commitment to the school and your students. Stay positive! That energy will show and transfer into all that you do.

I found this article that might be helpful: https://swingeducation.com/resources/24-tips-to-engage-and-delight-your-sub-class-from-the-moment-you-walk-in-the-door/

Read it at your leisure and much luck and success! I'm an elementary teacher who was a parapro/assistant during college. I loved it!!


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Anthony’s Answer

In answering this question that refers to allowing yourself to stand out to other professionals by pursuing higher education while substitute teaching, I would say continue to ask questions, seek advice through other individuals with experience teaching on how you can continue to open doors for improving your career path, don't overwhelm yourself with everything you need to learn and acquire through your experiences, and take each and everyday a little bit at a time and enjoy yourself. Also, continue to strengthen your skills of observation of other teachers and allow opportunities to learn something new to take precedent by asking questions, being involved in your experience, and growing alongside the teachers your working with. Also, while taking classes if possible maybe take one or a couple of classes at a time to give yourself the correct balance of learning what you need to through the books and the classroom setting. Most important continue to talk to others, ask plenty of questions, continue to strengthen your involvement in the field.
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