Help I Need A Sub! | Etiquette for Finding Coverage for your Classes

Anyone who is a yoga teacher usually gets a large portion of their early work as a substitute for more senior and well-established teachers. And, as you continue to teach and build a schedule, you will require coverage for your regular classes from time to time. A lot of the work acquiring subs usually resides with the teacher, and the process is often tedious and time consuming. However, there is some good common sense etiquette to follow that might make the flow of things a bit easier for all. Below is my two cents on the matter: some things that I see becoming too common and and how we might do a little bit better.  

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tips for teachers | part 1| basics & beginnings

As a long time teacher and teacher trainer, I hope to help new teachers gain insights into the path they have chosen, whether it's teaching as a side hustle or a more full-time pursuit. In this installment,  I'll explore some basic common sense approaches to making your schedule work for you and how to show up to teach your classes when you get the opportunity to do so. The first year or so can be thrilling, exhausting, and terrifying. Some classes will leave you floating on cloud nine, while others will have you questioning your decision to teach. Hang in there! It can be a wonderful and rewarding adventure,

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