Thursday, October 1, 2009
Mrs. Palmer is Back
So it's official... I really am a substitute teacher. Up until last week, I told people I was a substitute, but I hadn't actually been to any schools yet, so it felt like a fake job. Well, Monday morning I was called at 6:45 to substitute for an art teacher. I don't know how people with "on call" jobs do it. It's so stressful waking up in a panic! I had never been to the school and didn't know what I was in for, so I was a little thrown off and stressed while getting ready in 15 min. James got me directions and I sped over. When I got there, I found out there was a student teacher who was responsible for all the lessons... awesome! So I just got to help the kids and get to know them a little. Then I thought there's no way they'd call AGAIN the next morning. And they didn't........ until 7:45. Another panic wake up! School starts at 8 and the subs are supposed to really be there by 7:30. It takes at least 15 min. to drive there - 20 because there are at least 4 school zones - and I knew there was no way I would be there in time for school to start. Well, I called the school and let them know, and off I went partly dressed and done up (I finished at stop lights of course) to arrive only to find out the teacher was still there! Well, she lost her voice so she was leaving. It was a 4th grade class of 18 students and I was able to calm down as she finished her plans for me. I introduced myself, and off we went, just like it was my old classroom again. My past supervisors would be so pleased to see I was sneaking in explicit lessons. ha It actually went pretty darn well! I know they all won't be so pleasant, but I think I was blessed with 2 good experiences to start out. Now I'm sick at home, and the nice thing is, I can schedule a "non-work day" online so they don't call me. We'll see what next week holds...
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Go Mrs. Palmer!! It made me miss teaching a little bit...are you missing it at all?
Wow, makes me have more appreciation for all my subs that got notified the day of. Too bad they can't notify you in advance huh? Sounds kinda fun yet scary. At least you'll be busy:)
Awesome! My sister's a sub and she loves it... I think when you get into the routine and get used to the schools, you'll really love it.
ok, serious panic attacks would happen if that were me. Good thing you look decent without having to get ready!! Just make sure not to be doing your make up in the car. Ask Clark why. Anyway, you're awesome. I'm so glad you have been getting calls. Here's to many more chaotic mornings!
Sorry to here you sick; hope you are feeling better soon. And you are so great, that you would be an asset to those children even if you rolled out of bed and right into the school.
Oh Mrs. Palmer how I dearly miss your explicit, fun, creative, and truly incredibly teaching at SV. Actually, I miss you more. They are lucky to have you there!
Mrs. Palmer sounds like a title of a school book. Something like "Mrs. Palmer, the Substitute Teacher with Class." Kinda like it! Love you Christie. Love
your stories. Maybe I'll write the book. :)
Hey Christie, send your email address to me so I can invite you to read my blog; kailynncooper@gmail.com. I just started subbing too and it's crazy, we'll have some good stories to share later!
That's awesome! Way to go, you are a fabulous teacher :) Bet it's a blast...
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