Zooming In on Substitute Teaching with Debbie Hattery

Debbie Hattery, a substitute teacher in Massachusetts, shared her journey from working in higher education policy to becoming a substitute teacher. She emphasized the importance of starting as a substitute para to understand classroom dynamics and recommended arriving early to prepare. Debbie highlighted the need for detailed sub plans, including student names and classroom routines, and suggested using a sub bag with essential items. She also discussed her role as a sub coordinator, focusing on improving the sub community through training, communication, and support. Debbie stressed the value of subbing for personal and professional growth. Major Choice is a career mentorship program for students with and without disabilities. The program emphasizes personalized mentorship, self-exploration, and career exploration, aiming to help students find fulfilling careers. Educators and professionals are encouraged to become mentors or volunteers. Check out Drama Notebook:

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Zooming In on Substitute Teaching with Debbie Hattery is an episode from The Teacher As... by Melissa Milner.

This episode is 64:43 long.

This episode was published on May 2, 2026.

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