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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:01 PM EST

Welcome back for the latest edition of #Wischat. Tonight our topic will be Substitute Teaching: Challenges, Solutions and Alternatives

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:01 PM EST

We will be following a Q1, Q2 ... A1, A2 format. Remember to include #Wischat in all of your tweets

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:02 PM EST

Please begin by introducing yourself and let us know where you are joining us from tonight. #Wischat

MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:03 PM EST

Marcia from Osceola - K-5 library will be in and out of #WISchat this eve Hi all

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:03 PM EST

John Gunnell, I am a middle school Principal in a cool little town called Baraboo. #Wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:04 PM EST

Good evening, @gunnellAP. Jay checking in to #wischat from Merton, WI.

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joerobison907 Feb 26 @ 8:04 PM EST

Joe-- MS teacher in Alaska joining in for a bit #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:04 PM EST

- Thanks for joining U tonight on #Wischat

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MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:04 PM EST

geez - just saw tonight's #wischat topic. I'm illiterate on the sub teacher side of that

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:04 PM EST

- Hi Jay. Thanks for joining us tonight on #Wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:05 PM EST

- Hello Joe. Thanks for joining us tonight on #Wischat

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BrianNC0506 Feb 26 @ 8:05 PM EST

Brian, middle school principal joining in tonight. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:06 PM EST

- That may be a good thing. You may hear from a different perspective. #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:06 PM EST

- Welcome Brian. Thanks for joining in tonight here on #Wischat

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yankee_todd Feb 26 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hey #wischat ! Todd from Texas! Middle school principal!

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:07 PM EST

Q1: Have you ever subbed before? If so, what are the greatest challenges faced by substitute teachers. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:08 PM EST

- Hello Todd, thanks for dropping in on #wischat tonight. We are on question 1.

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posickj Feb 26 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1 I am a guest teacher from time to time in classrooms. I find the challenge to be maintaining classroom procedures. #WISchat

yankee_todd Feb 26 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: I covered one class for every teacher last year so that I can understand what it's like to be in the classroom (T, SS & sub) #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: The greatest challenges faced by subs include incomplete lesson plans, not really knowing the kids, student misbehavior etc. #wischat

mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 subbed for three years while earning my license. Best on the job training ever. Helped me prep great sub plans too. #wischat

BrianNC0506 Feb 26 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Not having lesson plans for the day. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: Other challenges for subs include not knowing school-wide policies and procedures, lack of content knowledge etc. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:13 PM EST

Q2: What are the greatest challenges faced by YOUR school and/or district in regard to guest/substitute teachers? #wischat

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BrianNC0506 Feb 26 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Finding guest teachers can be a challenge. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Filling all vacancies on a day to day basis. Lack of quality subs. Students often misbehave when the regular teacher is out. #wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2 We have a great pool of regular guest teachers, but they are in high demand. Occasionally I need to cover. #WISchat

mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 the universal issue seems to be the quality sub shortage. #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Some subject areas can be difficult in terms of finding qualified guest teachers. Some positions may be hard to fill. #wischat

principalsdixon Feb 26 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Location of our school is a huge barrier/challenge for substitutes. We are so rural it's hard to encourage subs to drive to us! #wischat

MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:18 PM EST

I call your last point SOS - Stus on Sub. #wischat I'm a specials tchr. They know me, still come to me a bit out of sort if sub in clsrm

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Filling all vacancies on a day to day basis. Lack of quality subs. Students often misbehave when the regular teacher is out. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:20 PM EST

- That can become quite a challenge for some schools. #Wischat

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mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:21 PM EST

From a sub and teacher point of view, a supportive administration goes a long way to maintain appropriate behaviors #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: Does your school/school district currently have any type of formal training program for guest teachers? #wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 Nothing formal, but we have brought in guest teachers over the summer to provide guidance about our school. #WISchat

BrianNC0506 Feb 26 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: We do not have any formal training right now. #wischat

MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 our school encourages a sub training in August #wischat not sure it's mandatory mostly (?) 4 access 2 interactive whiteboard cmptr

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: Kind of. There is an orientation program and a required "shadow experience" but it's not a formal training program. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q4: What types of training would be most beneficial for guest teachers? #wischat

MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4 teacher language/RC school training ? #wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4 I think a shadow day would be the best. #WISchat

mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4 21st century teaching, tech overview, classroom management, bag of tricks, school overview #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: Classroom management, storytelling, stand up comedy, first aide, juggling, use of instructional technology. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Knowing the developmental characteristics of the specific age level they are subbing for would be helpful for guest teachers. #wischat

mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4 standard school protocol is helpful for subs such as sub folders with seating charts, emergency assignments, routines, notes... #Wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:36 PM EST

A4: Increasingly, understanding cultural difference, inclusion, mental health first aide etc, would be very helpful. #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q5: How can schools/school districts help to create a more welcoming environment for it's guest teachers? #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: Making sure sub folders are complete and accessible. Greeting guest teachers as they arrive. Checking in throughout the day. #wischat

mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5 smiling faces and good plans are key, but my school also gives a small welcome gift that is appreciated. #wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5 It's starts with greeting them when they arrive and having other staff stop in to see them during the day. #WISchat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:41 PM EST

- I really like that idea. I need to improve our efforts to create a more welcoming environment for subs. #wischat

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MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5 School staff could use direction/trng on welcming lang. #wischat how2introduce self 2 subs, ask how its going at lunchtime... just me?

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:44 PM EST

Q6: In your opinion, what are the essential character traits of a rock star guest teacher? #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6: Patience, kindness, flexibility, good sense of humor, positive attitude, big smile, you can tell that they like kids. #wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6 Build relationships quickly with our students, smile, share a bit about yourself before class begins. #WISchat

mjreese Feb 26 @ 8:47 PM EST

A6 love of kids, flexibility, openmindedness, heart, willingness to ask for help, kindness #wischat

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:51 PM EST

Q8: How do you handle "in house" needs for subs (short term, partial day, emergency situations etc) in your school/school district. #wischat

MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:52 PM EST

a6 humor, concern for children, patience to the moon and back #wischat

posickj Feb 26 @ 8:52 PM EST

A8 We ask for staff to fill in when possible, but often it's me who fills in. #WISchat

GuidingTeachers Feb 26 @ 8:53 PM EST

#wischat Jeri Asaro @GuidingTeachers checking in for awhile! Thank you!

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:53 PM EST

A8: On occasion, certified staff are asked to provide coverage in an emergency. They are typically paid for their time. #wischat

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gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:55 PM EST

A8: My AP and I frequently sub for teachers in short term situations, usually not more than a class period. Sometimes a full block. #wischat

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MarciaDressel Feb 26 @ 8:56 PM EST

A8 #wischat Title 1 tchrs fill sometimes. Double up gym class (extra gym)2 cvr clasrm tchr emergencies. Plans 2 split class out 2others

GuidingTeachers Feb 26 @ 8:57 PM EST

#wischat A8 We use https://t.co/Y4OJ6jIScU 4 plans, sharing through Goog classrm. Ts required to have emergency plan folder in main office!

gunnellAP - Moderator Feb 26 @ 8:59 PM EST

I enjoy subbing. It keeps me grounded in the challenges that our teachers face on a daily basis. I have to walk in their shoes. #wischat

GuidingTeachers Feb 26 @ 8:59 PM EST

#wischat A2 Finding qualified candidates who are willing to work for the money offered.