{"id":18397,"date":"2025-09-03T09:25:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T13:25:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/?p=18397"},"modified":"2025-09-03T09:25:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T13:25:16","slug":"emergency-sub-plans-for-teachers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/emergency-sub-plans-for-teachers\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Sub Plans for Teachers &#8211; With Free Template"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You never plan to be out of the classroom, but sometimes life has other plans. Whether it\u2019s an unexpected sick day, a family emergency, or professional development off campus, a reliable emergency sub plan keeps your classroom running without missing a beat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make that easier, we\u2019re sharing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1C_i8BGTbHS5rQBxD1La_NLGQLXDiyp709zgxZjyCWDk\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>free, ready-to-fill Emergency Sub Plan Template<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that\u2019s designed to work seamlessly with <\/span>Progress Learning<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1C_i8BGTbHS5rQBxD1La_NLGQLXDiyp709zgxZjyCWDk\/edit?tab=t.0\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 0px 24px 18px 24px; background-color: #028CB7; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; border-radius: 6px;\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n       Download the Free Template<br \/>\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>Why This Template Works<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1C_i8BGTbHS5rQBxD1La_NLGQLXDiyp709zgxZjyCWDk\/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.o4k8m1mf6jzb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our Emergency Sub Plan Template<\/a> was designed with both convenience and effectiveness in mind. It works whether you&#8217;re a current Progress Learning user or just exploring solutions to simplify instruction and ensure continuity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What&#8217;s Included:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Quick Sub Overview: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide essential classroom info, tech access, student helpers, and behavioral expectations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Daily Routine Outline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help subs maintain your classroom flow with space to include your daily schedule and notes about which assignments are already loaded into Progress Learning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Progress Learning Lesson Template: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug in subject-specific plans using our pre-built or custom assignments, My Study Plan, or adaptive remediation tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Independent Practice Instructions: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage students to continue mastering standards on their own with arcade games or assigned Study Plan tasks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wrap-Up &amp; Reflection Prompts: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep students engaged to the end of the day\u2014and make it easier for your sub to leave meaningful feedback.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>For Current Progress Learning Users: How to Maximize This Template<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This template was built to align directly with Progress Learning\u2019s tools. Here\u2019s how to set it up:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assign Activities in Advance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use Class Assignments or My Study Plan to preload review tasks, assessments, or video + quiz combos.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Train Student Helpers: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify a few student leaders who can help the sub navigate classroom procedures and tech access.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set Expectations Up Front: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let subs know that students are familiar with using Progress Learning independently and that expectations remain high.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Enable Easy Login: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include a note about how students access the platform (e.g., Classlink or Clever), and list your tech contact just in case.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>Not Using Progress Learning Yet?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency sub plans are a perfect example of how our platform supports educators\u2014not just day-to-day, but in the unexpected moments too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here\u2019s how Progress Learning can simplify your emergency prep (and your regular instruction):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/assessment-tool-for-teachers\/\">Pre-built, standards-aligned assignments that mirror state assessments<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/our-products\/liftoff-adaptive-intervention-2-8\/\">Adaptive intervention<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/online-remediation-platform\/\">targeted remediation<\/a> with zero prep required.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/independent-practice-tool\/\">Independent learning tools<\/a> like Study Plans and <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/interactive-learning-platform-for-teachers\/\">arcade games<\/a> to keep students on-task.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Real-time reporting to review student performance after your return.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No printing. No scrambling. No substitute guesswork.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether your school uses Google Classroom, Canvas, or another LMS, <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/our-products\/integrations\/\">Progress Learning integrates smoothly<\/a> and helps keep students progressing, even when you&#8217;re not there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Tips for Creating an Effective Emergency Sub Plan (With or Without a Platform)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you use our template or not, here are a few essentials every emergency sub plan should cover:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make it low-prep, high-impact. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use digital resources where possible to reduce the need for printed materials.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Leave tech instructions. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t assume your sub knows how to access classroom platforms or devices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Simplify the schedule.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Even if your regular routine is detailed, keep your emergency plan simple and structured.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Provide early finisher options. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s review games or a backup task, avoid idle time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Let your students lead. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empower helpers to guide the sub and maintain a positive classroom climate.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Don\u2019t Wait Until You Need It<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not know when you\u2019ll need an emergency sub plan but having one ready means less stress for you, more structure for your students, and better outcomes all around. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1C_i8BGTbHS5rQBxD1La_NLGQLXDiyp709zgxZjyCWDk\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Download the Emergency Sub Plan Template Now!<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re looking for a platform that makes your day easier and saves you time in all aspects, that includes comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/progress-monitoring-tools\/\">progress monitoring<\/a>, an <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/our-products\/liftoff-adaptive-intervention-2-8\/\">adaptive intervention option<\/a>, and supports standards mastery across subjects <\/span>Progress Learning is here to help.<\/p>\n<p>Subscribe below to get more free resources, webinars, and blogs.<\/p>\n<script charset=\"utf-8\" type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/js.hsforms.net\/forms\/embed\/v2.js\"><\/script>\r\n<script>\r\n\thbspt.forms.create({\r\n\t\tregion: \"na1\",\r\n\t\tportalId: \"23272034\",\r\n\t\tformId: \"c970216b-3a79-4ad1-a9d7-920aea441c78\"\r\n\t});\r\n<\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You never plan to be out of the classroom, but sometimes life has other plans. 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