How to handle K-5 and Middle School students?
I have been on/off substitute teaching through my Bachelor's and Master's studies and now I am on a job hunt and using substitute teaching as a bridge. I typically favor subbing at the high school level because they tend to be easier to manage, the energy investment isn't as high, and I find that especially with Juniors/Seniors I can share my stories to make a more engaging day. Especially since I did my BS and MS in Biochemistry with a hard research focus which allows me to share unique experiences to help guide them through college applications and thinking about what careers are out there.
This isn't really sustainable and locks me out a handful of jobs primarily because I am afraid that I won't be able to handle elementary or middle schoolers. Would love to hear every one's experiences and if it helps to contextualize I am in California.