Substitute Teacher Handbooks
Handbooks you don't want to be without!
The following were written by susbtitute teachers with many, many years under their belt. They're terrific professional aides and will help equip every new and prospective substitute teacher with the essential information they need to be good at what they do in the classroom while the regular teacher is away.
Standing In Your Shoe A Checklist For Classroom and Substitute Teachers by Doug Provencio
Dear Substitute Teacher by Maragret Siegel and Pamela Adler Routh
Substitute Teaching: A Handbook For Hassle-Free Subbing by Barbara Pronin
Substitute Teaching Essentials: A Veteran's Guide To Becoming A Great Substitute Teacher by Dr. Genesis Johnson
Substitute Teaching From A to Z by Barbara Pressman
Online Handbook
Definitely worth checking out!...
The San Diego County Office of Education's online Substitute Teacher Handbook has a variety of information and resources for substitute teachers. While some information is specific to California, the site includes resources of general interest as well. Topics include Classroom Management, Crisis Intervention, Disciplinary Techniques, Internet Sites for Subs, Special Needs Students, Reading Styles and Strategies, Student Disciplinary Scenarios, Sub Grab Bag, Teachers and Substitutes, and more.
