Fast Emergency SPED Plans + Reading Tools You Can Use Tomorrow
Life happens. Sick days, substitute emergencies, or last-minute schedule changes can throw any classroom into chaos. For SPED teachers, the stakes are higher—students need routines, structure, and instruction that meets IEP goals.
Don’t panic. With a few fast, ready-to-go SPED plans and reading tools, you can keep learning on track without spending hours prepping.
1. Keep Emergency Lesson Templates Ready
Have a small binder or digital folder of “emergency SPED plans” that cover:
Reading comprehension exercises
Phonics/decoding practice
Writing prompts
Quick social-emotional check-ins
💡 Tip: Color-code by subject or skill to find what you need instantly.
2. Use Ready-to-Go Reading Tools
Structured literacy and phonics resources are lifesavers when a sub steps in:
Decodable readers for fluency practice
Sight word games that don’t require much setup
Reading comprehension question cards
These tools keep students practicing the skills they need, even if you’re out.
3. Build Predictable Routines Into Every Plan
Students thrive on routine, especially in SPED. Even emergency plans should include:
Clear objectives
Step-by-step instructions
Visual supports for transitions and expectations
Routines reduce behavioral issues and make sub plans easier to follow.
4. Keep Materials Simple & Accessible
Label folders, print multiple copies, and make digital versions available. The easier it is for a substitute to follow, the smoother the day runs.
5. Combine Reading + SEL
Even a short social-emotional learning activity paired with reading keeps students engaged. Example:
Read a short decodable story about emotions
Complete a feelings chart
Discuss strategies for calming down
This helps maintain both academic and emotional growth—even in your absence.
Emergency plans don’t have to be stressful or time-consuming. With prepped templates, ready-to-go reading tools, and structured routines, you can walk out the door knowing your students’ learning won’t skip a beat.
✨ Grab my Reading & Emergency Sub Plan Bundle HERE for ready-to-use, SPED-friendly lessons that save time and keep learning moving forward.
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