Sub Plans Template
A sub plans template that gives a substitute everything in three pages. Page 1 is the day's schedule, page 2 lists today's lessons and where the materials are, and page 3 holds class routines, helpful students, emergency steps and who to ask.
- Grade Level
- All Grades
- Pages
- 3
- Formats
- PDF, Google Docs, Word
- Paper Size
- US Letter and A4
- Checked By
- Milo, Classroom Teacher
- Last Updated
- October 2026
Sub Plans Template Example
Page 1 of a 3rd grade sub plan: the whole day's schedule, so a substitute knows where to be and when.
What's in the Sub Plans Template
Page 1: The Day's Schedule
Times, classes, rooms and notes, from arrival to dismissal.
Page 2: Today's Lessons
What to do in each class, with the materials and where to find them.
Page 3: Class Information
Routines, helpful students, students who need support, emergency steps and contacts.
Editable Versions
Type into the Word, Google Docs or PDF file, or print it to fill in by hand.
How to Fill In Your Sub Plans
Start with the Schedule
On page 1, list each block with its time and room, so the sub knows where to be all day.
Write Each Lesson Plainly
On page 2, give each class one clear task and say which materials to use and where they sit.
Describe Your Routines
Explain how you take attendance, handle bathroom breaks, count lunch and dismiss the class.
Name Helpers and Contacts
List students who can help, students who need support, and the teacher, office and nurse to call.
Leave It Where Subs Look
Print it and put it on your desk, or send the Google Docs link with the sub folder.
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