No one knows the power of first impressions like substitute teachers. Whether you find yourself facing a new class hourly, daily, or weekly, be sure you can answer the question: what kind of first impression do I want to make? The great thing about being a substitute teacher is that you get to perfect the…
Roselle Baldovino began her substitute teaching career about one year ago with the hopes of using it as a springboard to become a full time teacher. Throughout her time in the classroom she’s fallen in love with the journey. So many things to love There are so many things I love about substitute teaching: the…
When your full-time teachers take leave, whether planned or unplanned, it’s crucial to fill their spots with qualified and knowledgeable substitute teachers. Swing makes it easy to find such subs, but in order to secure classroom coverage, there are steps schools can take to make their sub assignments as attractive as possible. Here are some…
If you live in Texas — or are relocating there — and are looking for an opportunity to enjoy flexible, meaningful work in your community, perhaps you should apply to be a substitute teacher. There are so many reasons to become a substitute teacher, whether it’s a temporary transition, a life-long career path, or somewhere…
About the Author: Chioma Ellis is a former K-12 administrator and classroom teacher. There’s a lot of planning that goes into the beginning of a school year. While you’ve likely completed the bulk of your annual planning, it’s crucial to set aside time to make a plan to help both new and returning educators succeed. …
Although Logan Rose loved her career as a writer, she wasn’t fulfilled by her day to day. So, she sought out new opportunities that would allow her to have an impact and give back to her community. When she began substitute teaching, everything clicked into place. Itching to make a difference Before becoming a substitute…
Whether for short stints or as long-term replacements, substitute teachers play a vital role in the teaching system. Over the course of their K-12 career, students will spend over 140 days with a substitute teacher. Despite the urgent need for substitutes, schools are facing a fill rate of only 50-60%, leaving many classrooms without coverage….
For Stephen Kooshian, the path to becoming a Swing Sub took a few twists and turns. Though he’d been drawn to teaching since high school, he had two other careers before substitute teaching. Prior to teaching, Stephen worked in a traditional office job environment and also ran a small business, but he felt that he…
About the Author: David Goldblatt is the former superintendent of Saddle River School District in New Jersey. He holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from Nova Southeastern University. When we examine the facts related to teacher retention, especially keeping new teachers in the profession, hardly any of the recent information is encouraging. In fact,…
No matter how thoroughly you craft your lesson plan, there will come a day when you find yourself with extra time at the end of class. Rather than waste valuable learning time, come equipped with activities to engage your students. Not every activity will be a good fit for every school you substitute at, so…
