WAYNE COUNTY
SUBSTITUTE
TEACHER’S
HANDBOOK
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TABLE OF CONTENT
Wayne County School’s Mission Statement
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Employment Requirements
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Employment Process
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Retired Teacher Information
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Board Policy for Substitute Teachers
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General Procedures for Substitutes
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Responsibility of Substitutes
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Professional Substitute Checklist
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Substitute Teacher Daily Report for Teachers
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Duties of Teacher
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Exercising Professional Judgment
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Substitute Log
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Salary Schedule
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School Calendar
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Meal Prices
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Confidentiality
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Child Abuse/Board Policy
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Wayne County Early Childhood Information
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Location – Parking - Hours – Attendance - Procedures - Discipline Procedures - Health and
Safety Procedures - Lesson Plan Location - Specific Expectations - Additional Information
Walker Elementary Information
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Location – Parking - Hours – Attendance - Procedures - Discipline Procedures - Health and
Safety Procedures - Lesson Plan Location - Specific Expectations - Additional Information
Bell Elementary Information
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Location – Parking - Hours – Attendance - Procedures - Discipline Procedures - Health and
Safety Procedures - Lesson Plan Location - Specific Expectations - Additional Information
Turner Intermediate Information
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Location – Parking - Hours – Attendance - Procedures - Discipline Procedures - Health and
Safety Procedures - Lesson Plan Location - Specific Expectations - Additional Information
Middle School Information
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Location – Parking - Hours – Attendance - Procedures - Discipline Procedures - Health and
Safety Procedures - Lesson Plan Location - Specific Expectations - Additional Information
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High School Information
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Location – Parking - Hours – Attendance - Procedures - Discipline Procedures - Health and
Safety Procedures - Lesson Plan Location - Specific Expectations - Additional Information
Additional Information
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What Is Expected Of Me As A Substitute Teacher?
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Substitute Tips
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Tips for Classroom Management
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Student Disciplinary Scenarios
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Classroom Management Techniques
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District Contact
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THE MISSION OF THE WAYNE COUNTY
SCHOOL DISTRICT IS TO TEACH FOR
LEARNING BY ALL STUDENTS, IN AN
ENVIRONMENT THAT NURTURES THAT
PROCESS AND ASSURES EQUITY AND
QUALITY BY ALL.
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Employment Requirements
In order to substitute, a person must have a valid teaching certificate from the Kentucky
Department of Education or have completed 64 or more college credit hours with a minimum
2.5 G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale from an accredited University or college.
Substitute teachers must complete the application process at the board of education and have
the following documentation on file to be eligible to substitute teacher:
 Application
 3 Employment or personal references
 Valid Kentucky teaching certificate or official college/university transcripts validating at
least 64 college credit hours
 Completed criminal records check ($39.95 fee per applicant)
 Completed W-4 form
 Pre Employment Drug Screening
 I-9 Form
 Information Sheet
 Confidentiality Sheet (signed)
 Code of Ethics
 Blood Borne Pathogen Training
 Physical (TB Skin Test)
 A thorough knowledge of the Substitute Teacher Handbook
 Acceptance of Board policies
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Employment Process
After initial employment as a substitute teacher in the Wayne County School District, central
office personnel submits the list of approved substitutes to the principal’s office at each school.
The Principal’s office staff will then contact substitutes with their assignments.
A substitute may be assigned a temporary, long-term position if a vacancy occurs for several
weeks and if he/she holds appropriate certification.
Substitute teachers are required to attend an orientation or professional development session
that will cover school procedures and other relevant topics.
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Kentucky Teachers’ Retirement System
It is a state law that substitute teachers contribute to Kentucky Teachers’ Retirement System.
You will receive service credit through KTRS for your days taught in any Kentucky public
school system. If you resign from your substitute teaching position, you may withdraw your
account balance. However, if you are planning on a teaching career in the future, this is a
wonderful opportunity to get a head start on your retirement.
The contribution rate is 10.105% of your gross pay. Since you will be paying KTRS, you will
not pay FICA taxes (6.2%).
It is not necessary to complete a new membership application each year. But if you are a new
substitute, please be sure to stop by Central Office and complete one.
Attention Retired KTRS Members:
The 100 day program will expire June 30, 2007. All retired KTRS members must fall under the
part-time program guidelines. You have received documentation from KTRS explaining these
guidelines. If you haven’t filled out a new KTRS membership application since retiring
please stop by Central Office and complete one. If you have been working under the 100
day program and are now forced to switch to the part-time program, you need to
complete another membership application.
KTRS has also mailed you a Daily Wage Threshold letter. Please bring a copy of this
letter to Central Office.
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PERSONNEL
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Wayne County Board Policy
Substitute Teachers
Qualifications
All substitute teachers shall meet criminal records check and medical examination requirements
as specified in policies 03.11 and 03.111. In addition, substitutes serving in a position on a
long-term/extended basis must meet all certification requirements established by the Education
Professional Standards Board.
Substitute List
The Superintendent or designee shall maintain a list of qualified substitute teachers. The
Superintendent or designee shall engage substitutes from this list.
Retired Teachers
Retired teachers may be reemployed as a part-time, temporary, or substitute teacher in keeping
with requirements of the Kentucky Teacher’s Retirement System.
Length of Duty
Substitute teachers shall observe the same hours of day as the regular teacher. The substitute
will continue to report for duty until relieved by the Superintendent or designee.
Substitute teachers shall follow daily lesson plans as outlined by the regular teacher and leave a
written record of the work completed during heir length of duty.
Substitute Salary and Payment Schedule
Substitutes shall be paid on a per diem basis according to the salary schedule approved by the
Board. The salary schedule may reflect adjustments for long-term/continuous assignment
substitutes.
Payment shall be made on the next scheduled pay date for substitutes.
Employment Notification
Substitute teachers on the District’s substitute list shall be notified in writing by May 15th of
each year as to whether they have reasonable assurance of continued employment for the
following school year.
Nonrenewal of substitute teachers on limited contracts shall be made in compliance with the
requirements of KRS 161.750.
References:
KRS 17.160; KRS 17.165; KRS 156.106; KRS 161.605 KRS 161.611
16KAR 2:030; 16KAR 2:120; 102KAR 1:030; 702 KAR `:035; 702 KAR 3:075
OAG 69-296
Relate Policies:
03.11, 03.111, 03.121
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General Procedures for Substitute Teachers
Professionalism is a basic expectation of all employees of the Wayne County School
District. As a substitute instruction and professionalism is directly related to the ability to
observe the following:
Relating to Others
The ability to relate to others is essential. Substitute teachers should treat students,
parents and staff in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner. Negativity,
absence of a sense of humor or an unwillingness to be flexible, cooperative or
helpful may result in not being invited back as a substitute teacher.
Avoiding Negativity
Substitute teachers should avoid speaking negatively about students, other teachers
or about the class or school. Negativity is almost never appreciated. The result is
often damaging and frequently results in the substitute teacher developing a
negative reputation.
Dressing Professionally
Substitute teachers are expected to dress appropriately and to serve as role model.
Shirts, ties, dress pants and dress shoes are most appropriate for men.
Appropriately cut dresses and blouses, pant suits and women’s slacks are
appropriate for women. Short dresses, low cut blouses or t-shirts are normally not
deemed to be professionally appropriate.
Preparing for Substitute Assignment
In most instances, substitute teachers will find that the classroom teacher left
detailed lesson plans. Please be sure to notify the office if lesson plans have not
been left or cannot be found. Substitute teachers should plan on arriving early and
checking into the school office immediately upon arrival. The office staff should
provide classroom key, maps of the school, duty schedules, class schedules,
emergency procedures, lunch procedures, school rules, etc. Substitute teachers
should become familiar with this information as soon as possible.
Following Lesson Plans
Most regular classroom teachers leave detailed substitute teacher lesson plans.
Classroom teachers expect substitute teachers to follow their lesson plans closely.
Leaving a Comprehensive Report
Regular classroom teachers want to know how the day went. The names of
students who were helpful, the names of students who may have been a particular
challenge, information about the tasks completed and any other relevant
information to be shared with the regular classroom teacher.
Grading Student Papers
Substitute teachers should follow the directions of the classroom teacher when it
comes to grading student papers. If there are specific instructions from the regular
classroom teacher, and the substitute teacher sufficiently understands the work to
be graded, then the substitute teacher should grade the student papers prior to
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leaving for the day, if possible. As a minimum, student papers should be
organized, so the classroom teacher can more readily grade them upon return.
Taking Roll
It is the professional and legal responsibility of teachers to ensure accurate student
attendance accounting each class period. Missing students should be reported to
the school office immediately. Do not assume that other students’ explanations for
a student’s whereabouts are accurate. Be sure to check the notes of students who
were absent the previous day and leave detailed notes for the regular teacher.
Accidents
Report ALL accidents to the office. This should be done so if there are phone calls
to the office, we will know the details. An accident form should be filled out and
filed in the office on the day of the accident. The student’s teacher/administration
should contact the parent to inform them of accident details.
Handicapped Evacuation Plan
Should an emergency arise in our building, the teacher who is in charge of a
handicapped student would be responsible for moving the student out of the
building, following a normal evacuation route. Should the teacher need help in
implementing this, he/she will be responsible for obtaining help from another
person.
Playground/Duty Activity
If you have taken your class to another area, please give full attention to their
supervision. You must be aware of what all of your children are doing. They
should all be in one general area. If some of your students stay inside, they must
be under the supervision of certified personnel. Lack of student supervision is
unacceptable at any time.
Restroom Facilities
Monitor this area closely, especially as the students use these facilities in groups
going to and from physical education, the cafeteria, etc. Send a monitor when
children use the restroom facilities as a group. Limit the number of students using
the restroom at one time.
Please stress cleanliness and health, as well as responsibility for our building
facilities.
Parent-Pupil Handbook
All substitute teachers must be thoroughly familiar with each school’s Parent-Pupil
handbook.
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Responsibilities of Substitute Teachers
As a substitute teacher in the Wayne County School District, it is important to understand
one’s legal responsibilities as an instructor. The following section outlines areas that are
of particular importance to substitute teachers. The first four are legal theory and the
remainder is specific circumstances with legal ramifications.
Student Supervision
Instructors should not leave students in classrooms unattended without certified
supervision. Instructors are responsible for all students under their charge and are legally
responsible for the welfare of these students. If unsupervised students are injured, the
school district and the assigned teacher are legally responsible. Substitute teachers
should be aware that letting students out of classrooms creates a situation where the
students are unsupervised and where the substitute’s liability for injury is increased.
Reporting Dangerous Situations
If the existence of a dangerous situation is observed, it is critical that the substitute
instructor report the problem to school officials as soon as possible. Dangerous situation
can include unsafe equipment, unknown objects, student confrontations, substance abuse,
unknown persons in building, etc.
Missing Students
Missing students should be reported to the office immediately.
Student Injuries
Student’s injuries need to be reported to the office immediately. A student may need to
be sent to the office for assistance while the teacher attends to the injured student. If in
doubt about moving an injured student, do not move the student and wait until
appropriate personnel arrive.
Release Students
Students should not be released to anyone other that school personnel unless written
permission from office staff is presented.
Confidentiality
Substitute instructors need to be diligent in protecting the privacy rights of students. Any
request for information regarding students from outside school sources should be referred
to the school principal.
Child Abuse Reporting
Suspected child must be reported to the proper legal authorities. Substitute teachers who
suspect child abuse should seek the guidance of school administrators.
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Students on Medication
Students who bring medication to class should be referred to the school office
immediately. Substitute teachers should refrain from administering any medication,
including aspirin, to students.
Student Searches
Students may not be searched without reasonable suspicion. Teachers are not to conduct
different gender student body searches. Even same-sex student body searches should
only be done when reasonable suspicion exists and when the principal or his/her designee
is present. Because of the potential ramifications of a student search, substitute teachers
are advised against conducting searches and are strongly encouraged to let school
administrators handle such situations.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment (use of sexually explicit language, request for sexual favors, sexually
graphic materials/language, or the creation of a sexually hostile work of learning
environment) between and/or among students or staff is legally prohibited and should be
reported immediately to the appropriate school administrator.
Use of Physical Force
Rarely, and only under emergency situations, is it legally or professionally permissible
for teachers to use physical force with students. Physical force may only be used in order
to prevent injury to students, others or self. The use of physical force must be limited to
the amount of force absolutely necessary to prevent injury.
Touching Students
Teachers should exercise caution in touching students. Hugging, putting your arms
around students, patting or touching students in any way can easily be misunderstood and
can place a teacher at legal and professional risk, especially in the upper grade levels.
Being Alone with Students
Teachers should avoid situations where they are left alone with an individual student.
Student Teachers and Paraprofessionals
The substitute teacher takes the place of the regular classroom teacher and has the full
responsibility of the class when a student teacher or paraprofessional is present. A
student teacher or paraprofessional can be of great value in implementing the teacher’s
lesson plan and the substitute teacher should use these people to his or her advantage.
Remember: The substitute teacher is the one who has legal responsibility for the
class.
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Professional Substitute Checklist
Upon Arrival to School
_____ Report to the principal
or the office.
_____ Ask if there will be
any extra duties
associated with the
permanent teacher’s
assignment.
_____ Find out how to refer a
Student to the office.
_____ Obtain keys, teacher’s
daily schedule, lesson
plans, and the teacher’s
gradebook.
_____ Locate the school evacuation
map. Check for posted fire
drill, tornado and other safety
related instructions. Read
through the lesson plans
left by the teacher.
_____ Locate the books, papers, and
materials, which will be needed
throughout the day
_____ Study the seating charts.
If you can’t find any, get ready
to make your own.
_____ When the bell rings, stand
in the doorway and greet students
as they enter.
Throughout the School Day
_____ Remind students
of homework.
_____ Have students
straighten and
clean their desks.
_____ Neatly organize
the papers turned
in by students.
_____ Leave the regular
teacher a note of
what was
accomplished and
what needs to be
completed. Attach
notes, bulletins
and other
communications.
_____ Check the teacher’s mailbox.
_____ Find out how to report
students who are
absent or tardy.
_____ Greet the students at the door
and get them involved in a
learning activity immediately.
_____ Find the location of
restrooms and the
teacher’s lounge.
_____ Carry out the lesson plans
and assigned duties to the best
of your abilities.
_____ Ask the names of
Teachers on both sides
of your classroom and
introduce yourself to them.
_____ Improvise to fill extra time,
enhance activities, or supplement
sketchy lesson plans as needed.
Create a folder of activities for
this purpose.
In the Classroom Before School
_____ Put your name on the
Board.
_____ Be fair and consistent in handling
Students.
_____ Review the expectations,
Or rules, if any are posted
_____ Be positive and respectful in your
interactions with students and staff.
_____ Close windows, turn
off lights and
equipment and make
sure the room is in
good order before
you lock the door.
_____ Turn in keys, grade
book, etc., to the
office. Turn in any
money collected, to
office, with detailed
Notes concerning who
turned in the money
and why.
_____ Check to see if you
will be need again
the next day.
_____ Familiarize yourself with
_____ Check the teacher’s mailbox.
recess times, lunch periods,
and the schedule and routine of classes.
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SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
DAILY REPORT
SCHOOL__________________
CLASSROOM TEACHER____________________
DATE__________ GRADE_______
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER_______________________
THESE STUDENTS WERE ABSENT:
THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS:
_______________________
WERE HELPFUL
DISRUPTIVE
_______________________
________________
________________
_______________________
________________
________________
_______________________
________________
________________
_______________________
________________
________________
COMMENTS:
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
THE CLASS:
_____ was helpful and courteous.
______ followed classroom rules.
_____ worked well on assignments.
______ other:_________________________________
ASSIGNMENTS NOT COMPLETED:
1. ______________________________________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________________________________
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
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DUTIES OF A TEACHER
The following is an excerpt from the Education Act
The duties of a teacher employed in a school include:
1. implementing the prescribed curriculum,
2. identifying and implementing learning and evaluation strategies that foster a positive
learning environment aimed at helping each pupil achieve prescribed learning
outcomes,
3. maintaining a deportment consistent with his or her position of trust and influence
over young people,
4. exemplifying and encouraging in each pupil the values of truth, justice, compassion
and respect for all persons,
5. attending to the health and well-being of each pupil,
6. maintaining his or her professional competence, and
7. assisting in the development and implementation of the school for the improvement
plan and cooperating in the preparation of the school performance report.
A teacher employed in a school is accountable to the superintendent of the school district
through the principal of the school for the performance of the teacher’s duties and the overall
educational progress of the pupils under the teacher’s instruction
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Exercising Professional Judgment
Interacting with Students
1. Maintain a professional barrier between you and students. You are the adult, the
teacher, and the professional; act like the expert – not like another one of the “kids”.
2. Keep the classroom door open when talking with students.
3. Avoid any behavior that could be misinterpreted when interacting with students.
4. Avoid leaving your students unsupervised.
5. Use verbal praise and reinforcement.
6. Avoid losing your temper.
7. Do NOT take children home with you or transport them in your car alone or without
prior administrative approval.
8. Do NOT make telephone calls, email or write notes of a personal nature to students.
9. Respect students and their cultural background.
10.Use only proper humor (avoid sexual or racial jokes or humor).
11.Be CONFIDENTIAL (what you hear at school stays at school)
12.Avoid criticizing others.
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WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER TIME
SHEET
NAME:
________________________
Full Day,
Date
Half Day, etc.
Code
School
Teacher
(C.O. Use Only)
Substitute Teacher's Signature: _______________________________
The pay period runs from the 16th to the 15th of each month. Timesheets are due on the 15th. You will
be paid on the following first of the month. (For example: Time worked between December 16 and
January 15 will be paid on February 1.)
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WAYNE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS' SALARY SCHEDULE
2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR
STEP
YEARS EXPERIENCE
ONE
0-3
TWO
4-9
THREE
10 +
RANK I
MA + 30 HOURS
$88.00
$94.00
$119.00
RANK II
MA DEGREE
$82.00
$85.00
$93.00
RANK III
AD OR BS DEGREE
$77.00
$82.00
$88.00
RANK IV
96 + HOURS
$70.00
RANK V
64 - 95 HOURS
$60.00
ALL OF THE ABOVE SHALL HOLD VALID CERTIFICATES. TEACHERS HOLDING EMERGENCY
CERTIFICATION SHALL NOT BE CLASSIFIED HIGHER THAN RANK IV.
LONG TERM ASSIGNMENTS
WHENEVER AN ASSIGNMENT OF A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER EXCEEDS TWENTY (20) DAYS, THE
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER WILL BE PAID ON THE REGULAR TEACHERS' SALARY SCHEDULE FOR
ALL DAYS IN EXCESS OF 20 DAYS. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS PROVISION, THE TEACHER
SHALL BE CONTINUOUS WITHIN THE SAME POSITION FOR ONE PARTICULAR TEACHER IN ONE
PARTICULAR SCHOOL.
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Wayne County Schools
2010-2011 School Calendar
TBA
August 9
August 10
August 11
September 6
September 13
October 7
October 8
October 11 - 15
November 2
November 12
November 24 - 26
November 25
December 17
December 20 – January 2
December 24
January 3, 2011
January 17
February 4
*February 4th may be used as a make-up day
February 21
Professional Days (PD1- PD2 – PD3)
Opening Day Teachers/Student Orientation
Flexible (G1) – Teacher Work Day
Opening Day for Students
Labor Day (Holiday #1)
Mid-Term – Parent Conference Day (G2)
End of 1st Nine Weeks
Professional Day (PD4)
Fall Break
No School – Election Day
Mid-Term Parent Conference Day (G3)
Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving Day (Holiday #2)
End of 2nd 9 wks. and 1st sem.
Christmas Break
Christmas Eve (Holiday #3)
First Day of School – Second Semester
No School - Martin Luther King Day (Holiday #4)
Mid-Term – Parent Conference Day (G4)
No School - President’s Day
*February 21st may be used as a make-up day
March 9
April 4 – 8
End of 3rd 9 wks.
Spring Break
*April 4 - 5 – 6th may be used as a make-up day
April 22
Mid-Term – Parent Conference Day (G5)
*April 16th may be used as a make-up day
May 17
May 20
May 23
No School – Election Day
Last Day for Students
Last Day for Teachers
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WAYNE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Meal Prices for 2010 - 2011
BREAKFAST
PAID Elementary/Intermediate
PAID Middle/ Wayne County High
REDUCED - ALL SCHOOLS
ADULTS
Extra Milk
$ .00*
.00*
.00*
1.50
.50
*All schools will be participating in the Universal Breakfast Program; whereby all students eat
breakfast at no charge.
LUNCH
PAID Elementary/Intermediate
PAID Wayne County Middle & High
REDUCED – ALL SCHOOLS
ADULTS
Extra Milk
$1.25
1.50
.40
3.00
.50
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WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS
CONFIDENTIALITY
Classified staff views many confidential papers,
files and situations. All information pertaining
to students, student’s families and staff is
confidential. Grades, health information,
disciplinary actions, counseling sessions, etc. are
held in high confidence. At no time should staff
share information regarding ANY student, staff
member or related parties to anyone. Staff
should refrain from participating in any
conversation inside or outside school premises if
the subject of such conversation is any student
or staff member.
Sign: _________________ Date: ___________
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Child Abuse
ANY PERSON who knows or has reasonable cause to believe that a child is the victim of
physical or sexual abuse SHALL make an oral or written report to the Kentucky State Police,
the Cabinet for Human Resources, the Commonwealth’s Attorney, or the County Attorney.
The report must contain:
1. The name and address of the child and his parents
2. The child’s age
3. The nature and extent of the child’s alleged abuse
4. The name and address of the person allegedly responsible for the abuse
5. Any other information that may be helpful
 Document actions and decisions
 Do not attempt to investigate or verify information until or unless given directions
by the Superintendent
 Follow Board policy concerning child abuse
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Students
09.227
WAYNE COUNTY BOARD POLICY
CHILD ABUSE
Report Required
Any teach, school administrator, or other school personnel who knows or has reasonable cause
to believe that a child under age eighteen (18) is dependent, abused or neglected 1 shall
immediately make a report to a local law enforcement agency or the Kentucky State Police, the
Cabinet of Family and Children or its designated representative, the Commonwealth’s Attorney
or the County Attorney in accordance with KRS 620.0302.
After making the report, the employee shall notify the Principal of the suspected abuse, who
then shall also promptly make a report to the proper authorities for investigation.
Only agencies designated by law are authorized to conduct an investigation of a report of
alleged child abuse. Therefore, the District shall not first investigate a claim before an
employee makes a report to the proper authorities. However, in certain situations, reports
involving claims made under state and federal laws, such as Title IX, shall require the District,
after making the required report, to conduct an independent investigation of the allegations in
order to determine appropriate personnel actions.
Written Report
The person reporting shall, if requested, in addition to the report required above, file with the
local law enforcement agency or the Kentucky State Police or the Commonwealth’s or
County’s Attorney or the Cabinet for Families and Children or its designated representative
within forty-eight (48) hours of the original report a written report containing specific
information regarding the child, the child’s parents or guardians, and the person allegedly
responsible for the abuse or neglect.
Written Records
Copies of reports kept by the District that are submitted to authorities in compliance with the
child abuse law are educational records and subject to inspections by the parents of the alleged
victim of child abuse. Whether the records are considered “internal records”, and not
maintained with the students’ “permanent records”, is immaterial if such records are directly
related to students and are maintained by the school or school District.
Response to Registrant Offender Information
As directed by the Superintendent the District shall monitor the Kentucky State Police website
to ascertain when an individual designed by law as a registrant offender has established
residence in the District3. When a registrant takes up residence with the District, the
Superintendent/designee shall consult with the Board Attorney to determine steps to address the
safety of students and staff. Responses identified may address, but shall not be limited to, the
following areas:
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1. Notification of parents, students and staff;
2. Staff training and age-appropriate training for students, including those who
walk to and/or from school;
3. Student supervision plan; and
4. Assessment of school physical and safety environment.
The Superintendent shall inform the Board of steps taken.
Reference:
1KRS 600.020 (1) (5)
2KRS 620.030, KRS 620.040
3KRS 17.495, KRS 17.580
KRS 620.050, KRS 199.990, KRS 17.160, KRS 17.165
OAG 85-134, OAG 80-50, OAG 77-407, OAG 77-506
34 C.F.R. 106.1-106.71, U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights Regulations
Implementing Title IX
Related Policy:
09.42811
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Wayne County Early Childhood Center
99 Lloyd Circle
Monticello, Kentucky
Winona Griggs, Director
winona. griggs@wayne.kyschools.us
(606)348-1494
Secretary/Contact
Janet Keith janet.keith@wayne.kyschools.us
Parking Location
ECC Staff is asked to park at the street side entrance of ECC parking lot to allow spaces in
front of our building and first row parking lot for parents/visitors.
School Hours
ECC conducts a morning session (7:45-11:30) and an afternoon session (11:30 to 3:15).
Substitute Hours
7:30-4:00
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Attendance Procedures
Each classroom records their attendance and turns in a copy of the ECC attendance
sheet to the secretary at front office. Children who are absent are called each day. A
home visit is conducted if a child has missed 2 or more days and if ECC has been
unable to contact parents.
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Discipline Procedures
Teachers are asked to follow ECC policy for discipline as outlines in ECC student
handbook.
o 1. Children are taught the expected behavior through positive modeling from
staff; visual cues, verbal cues and prompting.
o 2. Children are reminded of the expected behavior and asked to repeat the
expected behavior.
o 3. Children role play the expected behavior
o 4. Children loses one privilege and asked to think about what behavior should
have taken place.
o 5. Accentuate the positive behaviors
o 6. Either call or send note home to parents if behavior has not improved in 21
days. (Research reveals that it takes 21 days for a behavior to become a habit.)
o 7. If 1-6 is not productive, schedule a parent teacher conference to develop a
behavior modification plan.
o 8. Keep a record of all behaviors/observations with dates, times and activity
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Health & Safety Procedures
1. Procedures are in ECC handbook and posted on walls in classrooms and
hallways.
2. Begin practice procedures the first week of preschool
3. Conduct fire drills bi- monthly.
4. Conduct tornado drills monthly.
5. Conduct bus evacuation drills monthly.
6. Conduct intruder drills monthly or as new situations present themselves.
7. Post a list of student allergies in each classroom. Continually update health
records for any changes.
8. All staff is trained in First Aid and CPR.
9. FOLLOW OFFICE PROTCOL FOR SIGNING OUT CHILDREN. Anyone
who picks up a child must be on that child’s authorized pick up list which
has been given to the school by the child’s parent or guardian.
10. Each classroom has a first aid kit to be taken to the playground daily and to
all field trips.
11. Specified staff is certified to administer medications.
12. No medication can be given to any student without a physician’s order on
school districts medication form. This includes Tylenol and cough drops.
13. All food brought to school must be pre-packaged. No home baked goods are
allowed at any time.
14. Any children who require a specific or specialized diet will have their meals
planned by district certified dietician.
15. Parents are asked not to send lunch boxes to school. Our goal is to encourage
children to try new foods and learn to eat a balanced diet.
16. Children are to engage in physical activities every day. Outside play
everyday that weather permits (no rain and above 32 degrees). Indoor
physical activity in cafeteria at old Middle School Building.
17. Report any suspect of child abuse to secretary who will follow ECC
protocol.
18. Fill out ECC accident report for any accident or incident during the day.
Send home to parent and give copy to office to file.
19. Teacher is to stay with children at all times except at designated lunchtime.
20. All visitors are to report to office before going to classroom. No child leaves
WITHOUT a dismissal slip from the office.
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Lesson Plan Location
Lesson plans are posted on bulletin board in each classroom, on workroom
table, and in a binder in the professional library
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Specific Expectations
1. Children are to be actively engaged in meaningful hands on activities which
are age appropriate. Expected stages and ages are posted in ECC handbook.
2. Workbooks nor worksheets are to be used at any time.
3. Speak to children at their eye level.
4. Make a point to speak to each child positively throughout the day.
5. Make sure that each child believes that you are glad they are in school.
*Greet each child by name on arrival.
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*Give each child a pleasant good bye and/or a hug as they leave.
6. Respect the individuality of each students and family. Each day begins with a
new slate. Grudges and offenses are not carried over.
“Young children do not hold grudges and do not understand why adults do”.
7. Accentuate the positive and downplay the negative. “Catch them being good”.
8. Go to a child rather than shout across the room.
9. Follow building protocol: walking in the hallways and classrooms; use inside
voices and keep hands to self.
10. Collaborate, Cooperate and Communicate with staff.
11. Make parents and children feel welcome.
12. Remember that people and children care about how much you care than how
much you knows.
13. Follow lesson plans.
14. Follow ECC policies and procedures.
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Additional Information
**Direct questions to Secretary/Parent Coordinator, Janet Keith in Director’s absence.
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Walker Elementary
1080 South Main Street
Monticello, Kentucky
Derrick Harris, Principal
derrick.harris@wayne.kyschools.us
(606)348-4251
Secretary/Contact
Sandy Riddle sandy.riddle@wayne.kyschools.us
Parking Location
Parking lot behind building
School Hours
8:15am-3:15pm
Substitute Hours
7:40am-3:40pm
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Attendance Procedures: Please take attendance promptly at 8:15am. If the teacher did not leave her
password for the computer, call Sandy at ext.224 in the office. If a student enters the room after 8:15am
they must have a pink tardy slip with them. If a parent comes to the room to pick up a child they must
have a blue slip from the office.
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Discipline Procedures:
Step 1 Reminder of expectation
Step 2 Redirection
Step 3 Proximity control (teacher moves close to student)
Step 4 Reteaching of expectation
Step 5 Special Seating
Step 6 Time Out in classroom
Step 7 Loss of Extra Privilege or “Time out” in partner teacher’s classroom
Step 8 Alternative Recess
Step 9 Parent contact from teacher
Step 10 Parent conference with teacher
Step 11 Principal’s Office (Teacher brings child with documentation)
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Health & Safety Procedures: Our school nurse is located in the 3rd door on the right past the office. In
the substitute folder, you will find a health form that you will need to fill out before sending the student to
the nurse. If an accident has occurred you will need to fill out an accident report, which should be located
in your substitute folder, and send a copy home with the student and the office.
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Lesson Plan Location: Teacher’s Desk
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Specific Expectations: At Walker, we expect our substitutes to maintain a learning environment in the
classroom just as the permanent teacher would. We want to make your experience and the students’
experience an enjoyable one. We expect you to follow the lesson plans and classroom management
techniques that the teacher left for you.
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Additional Information: A substitute folder should be located on the teacher’s desk that will contain
pertinent information for you. The folder will contain: class lists, schedules, special accommodations,
emergency plans, etc.
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Bell Elementary
278 Kenny Davis Blvd.
Monticello, KY 42633
Donna Rice, Principal
donna.rice@wayne.kyschools.us
(606) 348-8150
POC:
Parking Location:
School Hours:
Substitute Hours:
Georgia Dick / georgia.dick@wayne.kyschools.us
Park in front of the building or at the rear. Restricted areas are
posted.
8:15-3:15
Report to front office by 7:40 a.m.
Attendance Procedures: Attendance is kept on STI Office on the computer, which you may
or may not have access to. A list of students will be available on the teacher’s desk. Take roll
at the beginning of the day, and if substituting for 3rd/4th, take roll again when you receive your
new group of students. Maintain strict accountability at all times throughout the school day,
and report missing students immediately to the front office.
Discipline Procedures: Utilize good judgment at all times and apply standard classroom
procedures. If behavior becomes severe, contact the assistant principal at #151. Leave notes
for the teacher about problem behavior.
Health and Safety Procedures: Report any accidents or injuries to the front office and to the
school nurse in room 44 (dial 144) immediately. In most cases, an accident report must be
completed. Likewise, be certain to discuss with the school nurse and front office staff if there
is a need to contact parents. Regarding illness, assess the sick student and determine if he/she
warrants evaluation by the school nurse. If so, ensure that your other students are supervised
by a staff member and escort the sick student to the nurse’s office. If additional supervision
appears to be unavailable, contact the principal’s office for assistance.
Lesson Plan Location: Lesson plans will be available on the teacher’s desk.
Specific Expectations: Please review the school handbook, and always look for specific
directions left by the teacher. A copy of applicable schedules will be made available, and if
there are any questions, call an office staff member. Regarding extra duty, always check to see
if you need to lead out a bus line or to supervise in a specific place at a specific time. When
substituting for special classes or special education positions, you will likely have an early
morning and/or late afternoon duty position AND a bus line that you will be responsible for.
When substituting for a regular classroom teacher, you will likely have a 2nd load bus line to
lead out. Effective supervision is of the utmost importance at this school at all times
throughout the course of the school day.
Additional Information: Upon arrival at school, check in with the front office to pick up a
classroom key or to get your door unlocked. Additionally, check into possible additional duty
assignments and for special instructions. In emergency situations, the regular teacher may not
be able to leave you fully prepared instructions. In such a case, or if any other questions or
problems arise, feel free to consult with the appropriate office staff for assistance.
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Turner Intermediate
250 Cardinal Way
Monticello, Kentucky
Don Neal, Principal
don.neal@wayne.kyschools.us
(606)348-6122
Secretary/Contact
Debbie Bell / deborah.bell@wayne.kyschools.us
Parking Location
Turner staff is to park in front of Wayne County Gym.
School Hours
Substitute Hours
Substitute teachers should report to Turner by 7:15 a. m. and log in at principal’s office.
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Attendance Procedures
List names of students that are absent on the morning attendance form and place outside
the classroom door. After lunch, between 12:00 and 1:00, check the attendance again
for the class you now have, list absences on the afternoon attendance form and place
outside the classroom door.
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Discipline Procedures
Problems that arise in the classroom should be handled there to the extent that is
reasonable. Substitutes should talk to other teachers on the team or others who may
have knowledge of the students including the principal, assistant principal, or counselor,
to get advice/assistance on difficult students. Any student seriously disrupting
classroom instruction being rude/disrespectful or fighting or threatening to fight should
be sent to the office. In severe cases, the student should be escorted to the office by an
adult.
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Health & Safety Procedures
Notify the principal’s office immediately should a student become ill or an accident
occur. Sick or injured students should be brought to the principal’s office if assistance
is needed from the school nurse or designated first aid person. If the injury is such that
a student should not be moved, a dependable student should be sent to the office for
help.
Accidents reports, located in principal’s office should be completed for all injuries.
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Lesson Plan Location
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Specific Expectations
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Additional Information
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Wayne County Middle School
95 Champion Drive
Monticello, Kentucky
Tracy Bale, Principal
tracy.bale@wayne.kyschools.us
(606)348-6691
Secretary/Contact
Darlene Dick / Darlene.Dick@wayne.kyschools.us
Parking Location
Please park in the side parking lots (to the west and east of the building).
School Hours
7:45-3:30
Substitute Hours
7:45-2nd bus load departs
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Attendance Procedures
Attendance is taken as the first order of business during
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1 period class on STI. If you cannot access STI, please phone or send your absences to
Diane Corder at #6010.
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Discipline Procedures
Please refer to the WCMS handbook, the team procedures
and to the individual teacher’s/CHAMPS procedures.
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Health & Safety Procedures Each teacher has specific directions concerning
Fire, Tornado, and Lock Down information. Please read and be familiar with our
procedures and where your areas of safety are located. At WCMS we have a nurse,
Mrs. Leah Radford, who serves our school on a full time basis. Her office is located
across from the front secretary’s station. Teachers who are certified in First Aid and
CPR are: Alvin Sexton, Joey Neal, Vincent Decker, and William Allison.
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Lesson Plan Location Teachers will leave their lesson plans in an easily accessible
location. First contact other team members if you are having any problems in finding
them and next, contact the principal. All copies of lesson plans are filed weekly in the
office.
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Specific Expectations
It is very important that the high level of learning continue
while the regular teacher is away. If you have any questions about following the
teacher’s lesson plans, please ask a team member or one of our principals. Supervision
of students going to and from classes, lunch, and Exploratory is critical. If you must
leave your classroom at any time, please let a near by team member know.
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Additional Information
You are a “guest teacher” in our building and we are so
pleased to have you working with us.
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Wayne County High School
2 Kenny Davis Blvd.
Monticello, Kentucky
, Principal
606 348-5575
Secretary/Contact
Parking Location
Sarah Dishman / sarah.dishman@wayne.kyschools.us
Park in the 1st section in front of the high school
School Hours 8:15-3:15, but teachers often have duty that begins at 7:30
Substitute Hours same as above
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Attendance Procedures
o A list of student will be provided.
o Check roll each block and call Sarah (intercom 2137) and report missing
students.
o Leave a list for the teacher.
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Discipline Procedures
1. Use standard classroom procedures to deal with most issues.
2. If the behavior persists or is excessive you can assign ASD (after school
detention)—teachers should have a detention pad in their desk, but Stephanie can
provide you with these if necessary. If you assign a detention, give one copy to the
student and one copy to Stephanie in the front office.
3. If there is a severe problem, ask the student to report to one of the principals and
then call (one of the principals) to explain what has happened
4. Leave notes for the teacher about problem behavior
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Health & Safety Procedures
1. We have a school nurse in the building (intercom 2156). If students go to see the
nurse, they will return with a note from her.
2. Students have time to take medicine, etc. between classes; there should not be a
need for them to go to the school nurse unless they are sick.
3. Call the front office if you have questions or the nurse is not available.
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Lesson Plan Location
1. Teachers should leave detailed lesson plans on their desk.
2. If it is an emergency Stephanie should have instructions when you check in.
3. Videos, TV, etc. questions can be answered by the library (intercom 2147)
4. Follow the lessons provided—there is a reason they left this specific lesson
5. Leave notes for the teacher about how much was completed, not completed,
etc.
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Specific Expectations
1. Most teachers will leave notes about classroom policies; try to be consistent with
the teacher’s rules.
2. Students should remain in the classroom unless there is an emergency. High
school students are very creative about reasons they need to leave the classroom,
don’t be “taken in” by excuses.
3. Leave notes for the teacher about what went on during the day (any problems,
where materials are left, etc.)
4. If you have questions during the day, call Linda or Stephanie or one of the
principals.
5. The 1st day you substitute at the high school you will receive a copy of the lunch
schedule, bell schedule, duty schedule, etc. You can keep this for reference
throughout the year.
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Additional Information
1. When you arrive at school, check in at the front office with Stephanie to pick up
a classroom key and possibly materials needed.
2. Check to see if you have duty and if so the location and time of the duty
3. Return the key to Stephanie when you leave
4. The teacher should leave info about time for lunch, etc., if not ask Sarah or
Stephanie.
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WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME AS A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER?
The Day Before:
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Prepare blank note cards so you can take down the proper information when you receive
a telephone call to substitute.
Have access to street maps to locate schools with which you are not familiar.
Answer the telephone yourself.
Organize your wardrobe for the next day (remember the importance of professional
dress).
Develop a Substitute Teacher Pack with teaching materials, supplies, sponge materials
and lessons for the classroom.
Before You Enter The Classroom:
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Arrive early.
Report to the school office and find out about how to absences, determine if there are
any students with special needs, review school maps, pick up keys, etc.
Meet other teachers, especially those teachers in the rooms around yours, and obtain
advice and information form them.
Before Students Arrive:
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Write your name on the board.
Review classroom behavior standards.
Locate and review the lesson plans and student seating charts.
Stand at the door and be prepared to greet students when they enter.
Have student work prepared for students to begin immediately when they enter the
room.
During The Day:
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Introduce yourself briefly.
Get students working right away.
Follow the lesson plans.
Ask questions of other teachers and of responsible students. Don’t hesitate to ask for
help when needed.
At The End Of The Day:
 Review the major concepts to be learned that day with the students.
 Remind students of homework assignments.
 Have students pick up papers and help straighten the room.
 Be sure that students leave the room in an orderly fashion.
 Leave notes for the classroom teacher detailing the work accomplished and any
significant events or occurrences during the day.
 When you are ready to leave for the day be sure that the room is left in better order than
you found it. Close the windows and lock the doors.
 Turn your keys into the office and check to see if you are needed the next day.
 Be sure to thank those in the office for the opportunity to substitute in the school.
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TIPS FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
There are many things that can be done to enhance substitute-teaching opportunities.
Following is some information, which may be of assistance. School administrators will be
able to provide further information.
 Feel free to introduce yourself to school administrators. For those who are new to
the supply list, remember that there is nothing on the list to indicate that you are
new.
 Be prepared! There are many things that you can do to better prepare yourself for
substitute teaching assignments. Good preparation and organization will be noticed
and appreciated. Of course, the opposite will also be noticed. Consider what you
can do to prepare in advance, as well as what information you will need to get in
order to cover an assignment. Following are some recommendation:
When the call comes in…
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Adjust your answering machine so it does not pick up before you, and make sure
you have a pen and paper handy.
Find out about the assignment to determine if you should accept it.
Ask whom you should report to and what time you should arrive.
Make sure you know where the school is located.
Check if there is early morning duty.
When you arrive at the school…
 First, report immediately to the school office, or as was instructed.
 Of course, you must get all of the information that you require about the class,
students, subjects, etc.
 Ask if there are any school policies you should know about and check where the
school policy book is located.
 Check the schedule for the day.
 Check if the teacher was scheduled for duty.
 Ask if there are any special needs students or adapted programs, and if so, if there is
a profile or summary you could review.
 If there is a teacher assistant working with students in the class, schedule some time
to review information with him or her.
 Check if there are any medication schedules, conditions or allergies that you should
know about.
 Verify attendance taking procedures and related responsibilities.
 Ensure that you are aware of emergency procedures and exits.
 Check what the disciplinary procedures are at the school
 Check the timesheet and signing procedures at the school.
 Ensure to the school administration that you will seek their guidance if you have any
problems.
 And finally, if it has not already been done, seek an introduction to another teacher
who would be a good resource for the day.
Of special mention is a common request from administrators—be early!! We realize that the
mornings are hectic, but you should do everything that you can to arrive early.
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At the end of the day…
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Complete the assignment as appropriate and leave a summary for the teacher.
Another consideration for substitute teachers is what you would do if the lesson plan
were not available. Although it does not happen often, some supply teachers prepare a
“kit” in advance that they can use if this situation a rises.
Most substitute teachers carry a portfolio of information on substitute teaching in
general, and further information pertaining to particular schools.
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TIPS ON CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
1. Write your name on the chalkboard and pronounce it for the students so they can use it
when addressing you.
2. Begin the day firmly. Students need to sense that you can and will control the situation.
Once they know that, you can use humor and enthusiasm without risking that the class
will get out of control.
3. Learn and use students’ names as quickly as possible; relate to them as individuals.
4. BE POSITIVE. Try to provide as many students as possible with opportunities to
succeed—and to receive praise for succeeding.
5. Keep students on task—and keep activities moving. Use lesson plans—and have a
game or activity in mind to make the day special.
6. Try to involve students who appear disinterested. Try to find ways to motivate them.
Should a student refuse to become involved, however, do not force the issue. Let
him/her observe quietly.
7. Go to students’ desk when they need help. This will help minimize confusion and
needless commotion.
8. Encourage students to help or express their opinions or advice in a constructive way.
This will help keep them interested and motivated.
9. AND REMEMBER—substitute teaching demands flexibility!!
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STUDENT DISCIPLINARY SCENARIOS
REMEMBER: It is important for substitute teachers to establish their
classroom expectations and consequences as early as possible in the day.
SCENARIO 1: STUDENTS WHO INTERRUPT LEARNING; i.e.,
MINOR MISBEHAVIOR
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Use extinction (refuse to recognize the student) until they raise their hand.
Praise other students for raising their hands.
Make eye contact with the students(s) and send a nonverbal message not to
interrupt.
Stand near the student.
Privately, inform the student that you expect them to raise their hand and be
recognized before they speak.
Write student’s name on the board.
SCENARIO 2: DEALING WITH STUDENTS WHO REFUSE TO DO
WORK
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Check with individual students to ensure they understand the assign work, be
prepared to re-teach and to adjust the level of difficulty of the work as necessary.
Find out from the student if something is bothering them and if you can help them in
some way.
Contact other teachers who are familiar with this student to determine if this is the
student’s normal behavior pattern. Try various strategies that might be effective in
getting this student to work.
Withhold a special activity or privilege if the student persists in not doing their
work.
Call the parents/guardian if the student still refuses to do work and seek their help.
Scenario 3: STUDENTS WHO WON’T FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
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Make certain to repeat and clarify the instructions and then check with the student(s)
for understanding.
Have students repeat that they need to follow instructions.
Communicate with students regarding possible consequences if they don’t follow
instructions.
Withhold a special activity or privileges if the behavior persists.
Contact the parents/guardians and enlist their support.
Scenario 4: THE CLASS THAT REFUSES TO BE QUIET, PAY
ATTENTION, OR BE COOPERATIVE
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Remember the students who are doing what they are supposed to do.
If the students just arrived at class, and they still refuse to be quiet, cooperative or to
pay attention, determine why the class is reacting in that manner. If there has been
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an incident which is upsetting the class, the teacher may need to discuss the incident
with the class before academic instruction begins. If the incident has been
particularly upsetting, the teacher may consider having students write about their
feelings and then discussing those feelings with the entire class (without identifying
individual students’ concerns).
Clearly and firmly (not in a hostile manner) state your expectations and the
consequences students face if they choose not to comply with your need for quiet,
cooperation, and your need for them to pay attention.
Turning the lights off and on is often effective in getting the attention of the class.
With elementary and middle school students, the teacher may consider counting
orally to ten or making ten separate marks on the chalkboard to communicate that
you expect the class to give you their attention now.
If an elementary or middle school class has a quiet signal, such as all students
raising their hand, the teacher may initiate the class signal for quiet. The substitute
teacher may want to establish a signal for class quiet early in the day, if the regular
classroom teacher does not have a signal.
With primary students, the teacher may require students to lay their heads on the
desk and observe five minutes of quiet time to compose themselves.
Writing individual students’ names on the chalkboard who refuse to be quiet or
cooperative is often effective (provided there is an appropriate sequence of
consequences for each failure to comply.
SCENARIO 5: STUDENT ACTIVITY TRANSITIONS
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Teachers should be very precise about the directions they give students. Examples
of precise directions include: “Stop what you are doing; put away your English
book; take out your math book and turn to page 356; take out a pencil and paper and
write your first and last name in the top right hand corner of your paper now,” etc.
Teachers should have educationally beneficial “sponge activities” for students who
complete their work before other students are ready to transition to another
educational activity.
Student movement creates increased opportunities for students to become
disruptive. Unless the educational activity dictates student movement, it is normally
better for the teacher to move to the students.
SCENARIO 6: STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PROBLEMS
STUDENT/S
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If you expect students to misbehave, they will usually live up to your expectation.
Every student should be able to start each day with a “clean slate.” However, when
a student has been identified as a problem, the substitute teacher may ask other
teachers who have worked with this student about educational strategies which have
been effective in the past.
Enlist a problem student’s support by asking for their help or by assigning them a
classroom responsibility.
Individual praise, recognition, or granting of an educational privilege often is
effective in encouraging problem students to be more cooperative.
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Short-term rewards are usually more effective than long-term rewards when
working with problem students. Usually, the younger the student, the shorter the
time recognition needs to be.
Have the problem student restate what is expected of them.
If a student has a difficult time cooperating, moving the student closer to the teacher
and/or isolating that student form the group may be appropriate (remember, students
should remain in full view of the teacher so proper supervision can be provided).
Calling the parent/guardian and praising or pointing out areas of concern is often
effective in getting the student to be more cooperative.
SCENARIO 7: STUDENTS SWITCHING SEATS
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The regular classroom teacher generally will leave a student seating chart. If there is no
seating chart, the substitute teacher may want to consider making one.
If the substitute teacher suspects that students are not sitting in their assigned seats, the
teacher should explain to the students that for safety reasons they must be seated in their
assigned seats.
Students need to understand that if they are sitting in the wrong seats, they may also be
wrongfully blamed for something that they didn’t do.
Giving students the opportunity to sit in their assigned seats, immediately after sharing
the expectation that students are to sit in their assigned seats, without disciplinary
consequences, will usually solve the problem.
If students still refuse to sit in their assigned seats, an appropriate disciplinary
consequence should follow.
SCENARIO 8: STUDENT USE OF PROFANITY AND “PUT-DOWNS”
 Substitute teachers should have established their expectations and consequences at the
beginning of the day which deal with these issues. “Put-downs” of other students are
not to be tolerated.
 Students need to immediately sop that behavior, a private correction needs to be given,
and the student needs to repeat the expectancy.
SCENARIO 9: FIGHTS, THREATS, WEAPONS & DRUGS
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Wayne County has zero tolerance laws with regard to weapons and drugs. Students
in possession of weapons or drugs or who are suspected to be under the influence
of alcohol or drugs should be referred to school administrators immediately.
Schools must provide a safe and secure environment for students to learn, and
threats and fighting are not acceptable. Students who are involved in fighting
should be referred to school administrators immediately. Threats should be
considered as legitimate threats to the welfare of others and should also be dealt
with immediately. If threats appear to be serious in nature, then the school
administrators need to be notified immediately.
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SCENARIO 10: SEXUAL HARASSMENT
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Student-to-student sexual harassment is not to be tolerated. Students who subject other
students to a pattern of unwelcome sexual jokes or comments are engaging in illegal
sexual harassment and should be referred to school administrators. Whenever this type
of behavior is observed or brought to the attention of the teacher, the teacher needs to
intervene and stop the behavior from reoccurring. Students who touch other students in
a sexual manner are also guilty of sexual harassment and need to be immediately
referred to school administrators.
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Classroom Management Techniques
Effective classroom management is not accidental. It requires planning,
monitoring and fine-tuning. It is essential for teachers to be perceived by
students as consistent, as being in charge and as being fair. It is for substitute
teachers to establish their classroom expectations and consequences at the
beginning of the day or class. Effective classroom management can be
achieved through adhering to the following:
Respecting Students
Students respect adults who respect them. Each student is a person who
deserves to be treated with respect regardless of his or her intellectual abilities,
personal circumstances, cultural background or socioeconomic status.
Staying in Control
It is extremely important for the teacher not to lose his or her temper.
Teachers should model appropriate behavior even under highly stressful
situations. When teachers lose self-control, it becomes more difficult to make
proper decisions and to retain the respect of students.
Having a Plan
Failure to plan often becomes a plan for failure. Effective classroom
management revolves around the teacher’s foresight in planning for utilization
of classroom time, handling of discipline problems, establishing procedures
for taking up papers, taking attendance, etc. Substitute teachers need to have a
plan about how to deal with situations such as student misbehavior or lack of
lesion plans before they happen. Transition times (bathroom breaks, lunch
time, music class) often result in a higher level of student misbehavior and
require careful monitoring by the substitute teacher. Consistent and fair rituals
and routines will be an invaluable tool once established.
Establishing Standards of Conduct
Let students know what is expected of them upon arrival to class. Set
reasonable standards and consequences. Be consistent in the enforcement of
these standards. Remember: be firm, fair and consistent.
When dealing with students, consider these items:
1. Never threaten students with consequences that they are unable or
unwilling to deliver. Teachers who make these types of threats are setting
themselves up for failure. Teachers should clearly spell out consequences
and then consistently enforce the consequences.
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2. Listen before you discipline. Because the substitute teacher may not have
all the information, it is important to listen to the student before
disciplining him or her.
3. Never single out a student. No one enjoys being admonished in front of
others. Students who are acting inappropriately should be disciplined in a
private manner.
4. Avoid talking over students. Gain the attention of all students before
beginning class or making announcements.
5. Keep students in the classroom.
6. Limit the number of students out of their seats.
7. Use direct eye contact and physical proximity to discourage student
misbehavior.
8. Never argue with a student in front of class. Students are often empowered
by their peer group; therefore, disagreements about grades, etc. should be
conducted privately or with a counselor or administrator present.
9. Avoid becoming absorbed with the one activity or student. Keep constant
eye contact with the other students and circulate frequently around the
classroom.
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District Contact
Central Office
(606) 348-8484
General Information
Winona Griggs
winona.griggs@wayne.kyschools.us
Time Sheet & Retirement Questions
Telene Hancock
telene.hancock@wayne.kyschools.us
Update Status/Information
Regina Bates
regina.bates@wayne.kyschools.us
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