60 Funny Questions to Ask a Substitute Teacher

Substitute teachers often walk into classrooms filled with energetic students eager to stir up a little fun.

They are usually the unsung heroes of education, holding the fort when regular teachers are away.

As students, engaging replacements in a humorous way can foster a friendly atmosphere, relieve tension, and, quite frankly, fill the day with laughter.

To make the most of that opportunity, why not break the ice with some witty and sarcastic questions?

 In this article, I have a list of 60 funny questions to ask a substitute teacher.

These questions are sure to incite giggles and encourage light-hearted conversations that can make the substitute’s experience a little more enjoyable. So, grab your sense of humor and let’s dive in!

60 Funny Questions to Ask a Substitute Teacher

 

1. If you could teach any subject besides this one, what would it be and why?
2. What’s the most outrageous excuse you’ve ever heard for missing homework?
3. Do you have a secret talent, or is your talent just being a sub?
4. If you had a superpower, would it involve keeping kids quiet?
5. What’s your hidden strategy to get the class to behave?
6. Are you secretly a superhero in disguise?
7. If classroom management had an Olympic event, would you medal?
8. What would be the title of your autobiography?
9. How many snacks do you keep hidden in your desk for emergencies?
10. Have you ever had a student attempt to bribe you with candy?
11. If you could assign one extra credit project, what ridiculous thing would you make us do?
12. How do you handle the kid who thinks they can outsmart you?
13. If you could trade places with any character from a movie, who would it be?
14. What’s a common myth about substitute teachers that you want to debunk?
15. How often do you practice your ‘stern teacher’ face in the mirror?
16. Do you have a favorite class that you always look forward to?
17. On a scale of one to ten, how cool do you think you are?
18. If you could choose a historical figure to co-teach with, who would it be?
19. What’s the funniest thing a student has said to you this week?
20. If you could change one school rule, which would it be?
21. Can we get away with a dance party if we promise to complete our assignments afterward?
22. How do you feel about memes, do you have a favorite?
23. What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen a student do?
24. Have you ever had a great comeback ready but forgot it in the heat of the moment?
25. Do you think we’re secretly plotting against you?
26. If you could invent a school subject, what would it be called?
27. What’s your main criteria for deciding who earns ‘Most Likely to Be a Teacher’s Pet’?
28. If we could build a time machine, which period would you want to teach in?
29. How many pens have you lost during this class?
30. What’s your most embarrassing teaching moment?
31. If you could replace homework with something fun, what would it be?
32. Do you consider teaching a form of performance art?
33. What’s your go-to movie quote that you think applies to teaching?
34. If we created a yearbook page for you, what would your quote be?
35. Have you ever been ‘substituted’ by a friend or family member?
36. What’s your secret weapon for surviving a long day of teaching?
37. If you could magically get rid of one subject, which would it be?
38. Do you believe in classroom ghosts?
39. If we had a classroom pet, what would you want it to be?
40. How would you react if a student tried to convince you that the dog ate their work?
41. If you could have a hammock in the classroom, would you actually use it?
42. What’s more tiring: managing a classroom or planning your own lesson?
43. Can you share a memorable moment from your substitute teaching journey?
44. Do you feel like a substitute or more like a full-time adventure seeker?
45. What trends from your school days do you wish would come back?
46. Are you secretly judging our snack choices during class?
47. How many coffee breaks do you think are acceptable in one day?
48. If students won a prize for best-behaved class, would we win a pizza party?
49. Do you think you could survive a day teaching without coffee?
50. Will you dress up as your favorite character for Halloween if we promise to dress up too?
51. What’s your favorite song to play while teaching?
52. Have you ever considered a YouTube channel about substitute teaching?
53. If you could pick one student to be your teaching assistant, who would it be?
54. Can we negotiate our grades with a well-timed joke?
55. If teaching was a game show, would you play to win or just for fun?
56. Do you think our teacher is secretly a cartoon superhero?
57. What’s the most bizarre thing you’ve ever found in a student’s backpack?
58. If we launched a rescue mission to save you from boring lessons, would you accept it?
59. Do you believe in the legendary ‘cool substitute’ status?
60. If you had to pick a theme song for your teaching career, what would it be?

1. If you could teach any subject besides this one, what would it be and why?

 Consider how relatable this question is; every teacher has their interests outside their primary subject

2. What’s the most outrageous excuse you’ve ever heard for missing homework?

   Substitute teachers often hear the wildest thing, timing could be everything with their response.

3. Do you have a secret talent, or is your talent just being a sub?

This question makes for a funny and light moment, who knows, they might reveal an unexpected skill!

4. If you had a superpower, would it involve keeping kids quiet?

 Here’s where every teacher gets to feel like a superhero! Would it be to keep kids in line or teleport?

5. What’s your hidden strategy to get the class to behave?

 Inviting a peek into their teaching prowess hints at their clever tactics behind the scenes.

6. Are you secretly a superhero in disguise?

   A funny perspective that lightens the mood—who wouldn’t want a superhero teacher?

7. If classroom management had an Olympic event, would you medal?

 Let’s face it, being a sub can feel like a high-stakes game. Ask this question to know how they would rate their skills?

8. What would be the title of your autobiography?

 This question allows for humorous moments which opens a floodgate of creativity.

9. How many snacks do you keep hidden in your desk for emergencies?

 Every teacher has their secret stash—a relatable topic for students who may have cravings.

10. Have you ever had a student attempt to bribe you with candy?

 Who hasn’t tried to sweeten the deal with snacks? Here is a question that reveals  a timeless tactic that sparks laughs.

11. If you could assign one extra credit project, what ridiculous thing would you make us do?

Ask A substitute teacher this- if you could assign one extra credit project, what ridiculous thing would you make us do?

  Think outside the box! A ridiculous suggestion could lead to hilarious ideas across the room.

12. How do you handle the kid who thinks they can outsmart you?

Building rapport; substitutions can be more relatable as they unleash stories of trials and tribulations.

13. If you could trade places with any character from a movie, who would it be?

This opens up humorous hypothetical discussions about teaching moments.

14. What’s a common myth about substitute teachers that you want to debunk?

 Debunking myths is always enlightening—This question will reveal what students really think about substitutes.

15. How often do you practice your ‘stern teacher’ face in the mirror?

 A good-natured poke at their serious demeanor. This adds humorous personal touch freedom.

16. Do you have a favorite class that you always look forward to?

Get them talking about their experiences—who knows, might even take hold of a favorite moment.

17. On a scale of one to ten, how cool do you think you are?

This question gets competitive. Opening up ranks could lead to amusing over-the-top responses.

18. If you could choose a historical figure to co-teach with, who would it be?

Mixing history and what-ifs is always fruitful; expect some cheeky responses!

19. What’s the funniest thing a student has said to you this week?

This question provides an inside glimpse into teacher-student relationships; students will love those stories!

20. If you could change one school rule, which would it be?

Very sure the possibilities here are endless, so let the creativity flow.

Other Funny Questions To Ask A Substitute Teacher

21. Can we get away with a dance party if we promise to complete our assignments afterward?

 

22. How do you feel about memes, do you have a favorite?

 

23. What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen a student do?

 

24. Have you ever had a great comeback ready but forgot it in the heat of the moment?

 

25. Do you think we’re secretly plotting against you?

 

26. If you could invent a school subject, what would it be called?

 

27. What’s your main criteria for deciding who earns ‘Most Likely to Be a Teacher’s Pet’?

28. If we could build a time machine, which period would you want to teach in?

 

29. How many pens have you lost during this class?

 

30. What’s your most embarrassing teaching moment?

 

31. If you could replace homework with something fun, what would it be?

 

32. Do you consider teaching a form of performance art?

 

33. What’s your go-to movie quote that you think applies to teaching?

 

34. If we created a yearbook page for you, what would your quote be?

 

35. Have you ever been ‘substituted’ by a friend or family member?

 

36. What’s your secret weapon for surviving a long day of teaching?

37. If you could magically get rid of one subject, which would it be?

 

38. Do you believe in classroom ghosts?

 

39. If we had a classroom pet, what would you want it to be?

 

40. How would you react if a student tried to convince you that the dog ate their work?

 

41. If you could have a hammock in the classroom, would you actually use it?

 

42. What’s more tiring: managing a classroom or planning your own lesson?

 

43. Can you share a myour school days do you wish wouldemorable moment from your substitute teaching journey?

 

44. Do you feel like a substitute or more like a full-time adventure seeker?

 

45. What trends from  come back?

 

46. Are you secretly judging our snack choices during class?

 

47. How many coffee breaks do you think are acceptable in one day?

 

48. If students won a prize for best-behaved class, would we win a pizza party?

 

49. Do you think you could survive a day teaching without coffee?

 

50. Will you dress up as your favorite character for Halloween if we promise to dress up too?

 

51. What’s your favorite song to play while teaching?

 

52. Have you ever considered a YouTube channel about substitute teaching?

 

53. If you could pick one student to be your teaching assistant, who would it be?

 

54. Can we negotiate our grades with a well-timed joke?

 

55. If teaching was a game show, would you play to win or just for fun?

 

56. Do you think our teacher is secretly a cartoon superhero?

 

57. What’s the most bizarre thing you’ve ever found in a student’s backpack?

 

58. If we launched a rescue mission to save you from boring lessons, would you accept it?

 

59. Do you believe in the legendary ‘cool substitute’ status?

 

60. If you had to pick a theme song for your teaching career, what would it be?

Conclusion

Asking funny questions can transform the dynamics between students and substitute teachers, creating a welcoming atmosphere filled with laughter.

The questions listed above not only serve to entertain but also foster connections, encourage creativity, and spark engaging discussions. 

Next time you find yourself guiding a substitute teacher through the day, consider sprinkling in a few of these humorous inquiries.

You’ll not only brighten their day but also cultivate an environment where everyone feels comfortable, leading to memorable classroom moments that make learning enjoyable.