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I read your postings with interest. I have been on both sides and know the ups and downs of both. Yet, both groups are guilty of bad mouthing the other. Kindness and the extra mile works at both ends. A sub is already at a disadvantage so there are things teachers can do to make things more pleasant. They can have well organized plans and have everything neatly laid out in order and all papers run off ahead of time etc. Sometimes I would leave a treat for my sub if I knew him/her. Sometimes what I have written here is not possible if an emergency arises. BUT..teachers should have a back up plan in case of these emergencies complete with a general daily plan and a file for subs. Some staffs are great to subs; others not so much. Friendliness and offers to help go a long way.

Okay, now subs should always come up with a back up plan too. Bring a sub survival kit and be prepared with your own tricks. If a teacher on staff is stressed that has been helpful, it might be nice to offe...See More
??? Well written!

On 5/12/15, Thoughts from a Retiree of Both wrote: > I read your postings with interest. I have been on both sides > and know the ups and downs of both. Yet, both groups are > guilty of bad mouthing the other. > Kindness and the extra mile works at both ends. > A sub is already at a disadvantage so there are th...See More
May 13, 2015


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