I chose the substitute teacher form and edit it to fit my dance classes schedules. Usually substitutes get into Dance classes and since they don't have instruction the allow it to be more of a free day instead of a workday. This just outlines everything the sub could possibly need so that we stay on track in our lessons. Too often substitutes don't know what to do with most dance rooms. In fact they can often be intimidated and think " I cant dance so I'm going to sit here and do nothing but watch the kids." . Having this note also can direct the substitute to the folder designed strictly for subs. Inside this folder is a bunch of activities that are more like reading and answering questions vs. having a full on dance class. 
  Another great thing is that the main people to contact in the worst case scenario is all outlined for the sub . As well as behavior expectations since the rules are up on the mirrors . We all know how our high school students  like to act when the teacher is away!! This way the substitute understands exactly what I expect of the students and she/he can contact the principle if needed. 
    The class schedule is also another great thing for the teacher since he/she may be foreign to how the schedule works at the school they are placed in. This also prevents the substitute from letting kids out of class too early in the event that the student tries. I have seen students argue that they were supposed to get out 5 minutes before they are supposed to. This prevents any chance of that happening.

Substitute Teacher Instructions for Dance 1-4

February 25, 2016

Dear substitute,

Thank you for taking my class in my absence. Please take attendance and let me know who was absent. If you would, please also leave me a note telling me how things went, who was most helpful, and what the class accomplished. The following information will help you navigate the day, which I hope goes well!

Sincerely, Ms.Pulley

h   Resource Locations   g
Located in black file folder on desk			In file cabinet behind desk		Black cabinet
Class roster			Lesson plans		Teacher’s handbook/guidelines
h   Administrative Contacts   g
Jim bob			101		4556739986
Principal			Room number		Phone
Pam			104		675989374
Secretary			Room number		Phone
Lisa			202		675810911
Nurse			Room number		Phone
Betty			library		7861097832
Librarian			Room number		Phone
h   Classroom Policies   g
Water fountain	Student must ask for permission and take the Pass. Only one student as a time.
Hand washing	Student must ask for permission and take the Pass. Only one student as a time
Restroom	Student must ask for permission and take the Pass. Only one student as a time
Illness/Injury	Student may go to the nurse with note made by the teacher. Note is to be signed when the student returns.

h   Managing the Classroom   g
Quiet signal		Whistle to attention, or say “5, 6, 7, 8” Students will respond by freezing and waiting for directions.
Consequences
First offense				Warning
Behavior				Consequence
Second offense				Write up
Behavior				Consequence
Third offense				Principal’s office.
Behavior				Consequence
h   Emergency Drills   g
Fire Drill
Exit to use	Out left door, down the hall and outside towards the right.
Destination	Outside in parking lot.
Location of evacuation diagram- near left door
Earthquake Drill
Instructions	Students are required to exit dance room and enter the Theater classroom across the hall.
Civil Defense Drill
Instructions	Teacher is to always have the left door locked so she only has to lock the right door for a drill. Lights get turned off and students are to gather in the teacher’s office. Students are to sit quietly while teacher locks the door and shuts the blinds. Wait for instructions over the announcements.

h   Weekly Class Schedule   g
Period	Monday		Tuesday		Wednesday		Thursday		Friday
1	Dance 1 8:40-9:40		Dance 1 8:40-9:40		Dance 1 8:40-9:40		Dance 1 8:40-9:40		Dance 1 8:40-9:40
2	Dance 2 9:45-10:45		Dance 2 9:45-10:45		Dance 2 9:45-10:45		Dance 2 9:45-10:45		Dance 2 9:45-10:45
3	Drill Team 11:50-12:50 Advisory 12:50-1:30 Lunch 1:30-2:20		Drill Team 11:50-12:50 Advisory 12:50-1;30 Lunch 1:30-2:20		Drill Team 11:50-12:50 Advisory 12:50-1;30 Lunch 1:30-2:20		Drill Team 11:50-12:50 Advisory 12:50-1;30 Lunch 1:30-2:20		Drill Team 11:50-12:50 Advisory 12:50-1;30 Lunch 1:30-2:20
4	Dance 3&4 2:25-3:25		Dance 3&4 2:25-3:25		Dance 3&4 2:25-3:25		Dance 3&4 2:25-3:25		Dance 3&4 2:25-3:25
5	OFF PERIOD		OFF PERIOD		OFF PERIOD		OFF PERIOD		OFF PERIOD
6	Conference Period		Conference Period		Conference Period		Conference Period		Conference Period