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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Following a teacher’s plan is one thing. Teaching material correctly, answering kids’ questions about that material, giving an assignment and providing support are all very different than just “following a plan.” The qualities that make someone “a good sub” don’t translate to being able to teach content in an area you aren’t licensed in as well as the experienced teacher can. Teaching is actually a skill; not just anyone can stroll in and do it on the fly successfully with kids they have no existing relationship with. [/quote]

No one is debating that.  You sound irrationally defensive.  I sincerely hope I never sub for you.  The teachers I enjoy subbing for all leave clear, detailed plans and follow up later to say thanks.  [/quote]

I was responding to 21:44 saying they “can’t imagine” not instructing as a sub because they follow the teacher’s plan to a T. That is not instructing or teaching. It’s appreciated when subs follow the plan but it’s not the same thing as instructing. The plans almost never involve actual content instruction - they’re designed to be plans anyone can implement and are often simply supplementing content the kids have already learned from us. [/quote]

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