Use these substitute teacher activities to fill extra time at the end of the day, keep students engaged while waiting in line, or leave an organized note for the teacher. This resource is great for guest teachers who want to stay organized, keep students engaged, and plan simple but fun activities. This pack helps you set expectations and hold students accountable for completing their work. It also includes activities for early finishers and report forms for elementary, middle school, and high school classrooms.

Check out the contents of this Substitute Teacher Kit:

✏️ 3 Report Forms (Elementary, Middle School, and High School) – Customize these forms in Canva, Google Slides, or PowerPoint. You can also type directly into the fillable PDFs or print the forms and complete them by hand.

✏️ Voice Level Chart – Display this at the start of each class to set expectations.

✏️ 2 Games to Play While Waiting in Line (People Poses and Tribonds)

✏️ 1 Filler Activity (Shape Art Activity)

✏️ 6 Instruction Sheets – Use these sheets to set expectations when giving directions for an activity. Print them, insert them into page protectors, and write on top with a dry-erase marker so you can use them again and again!

Hear about this Substitute Teacher Pack from educators like you!

⭐️ “I have substitute taught in over 70 different schools, all grade levels, and specials. Teachers always want me to come back and they will want you, too! I use this collection of tools every day. They are easy to print and most are reusable."

⭐️ “You never know when you'll need a last-minute activity and the options in this bundle are perfect. I prepared them in August and have used them over and over in many classrooms."

⭐️ “I love having copies of the substitute sheet included in this bundle with me during the school year! It is the perfect tool to make notes while I sub in different classrooms for the teacher. It's very clean, organized, and highlights everything you want to leave feedback on."

⭐️ “I used these activities as a substitute in many classrooms. It helped me set expectations and hold students accountable. The forms helped me communicate with the teacher about our day. I love how organized it made my notes and allowed me to remember all the little things to tell the teacher."

⭐️ “I have used these activities so many times. Perfect to keep in my substitute bag."

Use these Substitute Teacher Activities in so many ways!

✅ Leave organized notes for teachers to review when they return to the classroom.

✅ Set expectations for students before they begin assignments. The tools in this bundle boost your classroom management skills and help your day run smoothly.

✅ Keep students engaged while waiting in line or when you finish a lesson early. These activities work well for early finishers or as end-of-the-day fillers.

Find answers to your questions about these Substitute Teacher Printables:

✋ Who will enjoy these activities the most?

• Some activities are designed for elementary students, while others can also be used with middle and high school students. The three included report forms align with elementary, middle school, and high school schedules.

✋ What topics are included on the feedback form?

• The form includes a place for the substitute’s name and contact information, the date, class, a rating for each block, a place to mark whether the class completed the lesson, comments, students who went above and beyond, and students who needed redirection.

✋ What topics are included on the Classroom Information page?

• Teachers can complete this form and leave it for the substitute in case of an emergency. Topics include the teacher’s name and contact information, room number, office information, teachers near the classroom, helpful students, allergies and other health concerns, and the locations of the first aid kit and emergency plans.

✋ Can I edit the report forms?

• Yes! You can edit everything on the forms in Canva, including the text, tables, and clipart. In Google Slides and PowerPoint, you can edit the text and tables, but the clipart can only be edited in Canva.

✋ Can I use the report forms as PDFs?

• Yes! The PDFs can be filled out digitally, or you can print them and complete them by hand.

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