Exams

Wondering how to support students during exam season as a supply teacher?

• Do not focus on the exam dates - provide advice regarding revision and time management instead
• Keep lessons fun and lighthearted - provide constructive feedback, and don't dwell on errors, focus on learning from mistakes 
• Encourage good health - revision is important, but so is good quality sleep, healthy eating, and exercise
• Look after your own well being - happy teachers, happy students. Positive atmospheres yield better outcomes 

Your first supply booking? Here are some tips!

• Arrive early - give yourself time to get your bearings
• Check your duties upon arrival - ask about your class, additional info regarding students, break responsibilities, etc
• BYO - pens, pencils, white board markers and wipers! 
• Have a back up plan - having resources up your sleeve in case of having to improvise or time fill
• Mark as you go - grab any snippets of time during the school day to mark
• Be flexible and open-minded - sometimes cover needs can change at the last minute, covering Music isn't as scary as it sounds!
• Leave feedback - returning teachers can really appreciate concise feedback on how the lessons went and anything to follow up on