Graduate of San Jose State University, Paul Teogalbo has been a substitute teacher with Swing since September 2022 in Sacramento, CA. Before he earned his CTC credential in 2023, Paul taught as a paraprofessional for eight years, working with students with special needs. An aspiring teacher With hopes of one day becoming a full time…
February marks the beginning of Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans, and when we celebrate and acknowledge their contributions to American history. Whether you are helping to execute lesson plans, or seeking ways to increase your own knowledge, below, we share ways to explore Black History Month, and highlight the…
“Work hard, play hard, dream big!” – Paul Teogalbo, Sacramento Swing Sub Graduate of San Jose State University, Paul Teogalbo has been a substitute teacher with Swing since September 2022 in Sacramento, CA. Before he earned his CTC credential in 2023, Paul taught as a paraprofessional for eight years, working with students with special needs….
Meet Amber Charter Schools Founded in 2000, Amber Charter Schools is the first Latino-led charter school in New York. Amber Charter Schools serves students in three locations and aims to provide their students with a rigorous and well-rounded education that will set them up for future successes. The challenge In the years following COVID-19, Amber…
With every new classroom you sub for, you’ll be making a first impression. What you wear sets the tone for how students view you and it can also affect how you carry yourself, influencing your demeanor and productivity. Many schools outline their expectations for dress code prior to your first day, but if not, we’ve…
COVID-19 introduced the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds that provided crucial help for schools during the first year of the pandemic. With the largest of three rounds of ESSER funding running out this current school year, districts nationwide are figuring out how to create sustainable strategies to address ongoing needs. With the…
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Whether they are aspiring teachers, talented members of the community, or veteran subs, great substitute teachers will share distinct qualities that help them quickly integrate into a new school and connect with students. When building your sub pool, look for individuals with these seven qualities. 1. Passion Most substitute teachers are looking for more than…
School administrators have enough on their plates. From meeting with parents and community partners, to supporting teaching staff — all while monitoring their schools’ performance against learning goals — every minute counts. Add to that an increasing national teacher shortage — finding (and maintaining!) a healthy sub pool has become an especially acute challenge. That’s…
