What This GEM Does
- Creates substitute-ready session plans that are concrete and easy to follow
- Includes safety/contraindications and behavior supports up front
- Adds a backup activity and an alternate plan for refusal/escalation
- Includes a one-minute data method + notes template back to the provider
Recommended Workflow (Best Results)
Strongly recommended: Download the Comprehensive Record of Therapy by Student from Therapy Log and upload the PDF to Gemini before running this GEM.
https://therapylog.com/reporting/comprehensive_record_by_student
This helps the GEM align targets, supports, and documentation expectations with current therapy records.
Best Use Cases
- Unexpected absences and last-minute substitute coverage
- Long-term coverage where consistency matters
- New staff who need a clear routine and data method
- Large caseloads where plans must be fast to generate
The GEM Prompt
Copy this entire prompt into Gemini when creating your GEM:
How to Create a Google GEM
- Click Create Your Own GEM
- Name it: Substitute Therapy Plan Generator
- Paste the prompt above
- Save and pin the GEM
Workflow tip: After you generate a plan, paste the output into your substitute folder and include any building-specific logistics (pickup/drop-off, schedule quirks) as a short add-on.