Emergency Sub Plans Template
An emergency sub plans template for the day you are out without warning. Page 1 holds plans that work on any day: schedule, morning work, two activities, early finisher ideas and helpful students. Page 2 lists where to find things.
- Grade Level
- All Grades
- Pages
- 2
- Formats
- PDF, Google Docs, Word
- Paper Size
- US Letter and A4
- Checked By
- Milo, Classroom Teacher
- Last Updated
- October 2026
Emergency Sub Plans Template Example
Emergency plans a 1st grade teacher filled in at the start of the year, ready for any day they are out without warning.
What's in the Emergency Sub Plans Template
Plans for Any Day
Class schedule, morning work, two activities and early finisher ideas.
Helpful Students
A box for the students who know your routines.
Where to Find Things
A table of what a sub needs and where it is, from the class list to medical needs.
Editable Versions
Type into the Word, Google Docs or PDF file, or print it to fill in by hand.
How to Prepare Emergency Sub Plans
Fill It In Before You Need It
Complete both pages at the start of the school year, while you have time to think it through.
Choose Activities Without a Date
Pick two activities that need no new teaching and no copies made that morning.
Write Morning Work Students Know
List something your class already does when they walk in, so the day starts calmly.
Fill In Where Things Are
Name the spot for your class list, seating chart, bus list and medical needs.
Store It with the Office
Put a copy in your sub folder and give one to the office. Check it once a term.
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