The unexpected can strike in even the best-prepared schools, so it’s helpful to have a good mix of tools and tricks ready to go when you start an assignment. Here are a few ideas that can help in challenging classroom environments. Tips for effective classroom management for substitute teachers Start with a strong introduction The…
Substitute teaching can give you a number of valuable, transferable skills.
Last week, we had the distinct pleasure of announcing that Swing has raised $38 million in Series C funding in a round led by Apax Partners and Reach Capital. You can read the press release for the announcement here. First and foremost, we want to express our gratitude to our substitute teachers and schools. You…
See how to become a substitute teacher in Arizona in this complete guide.
Superintendent Marilyn Shepherd shares five ways school districts can improve their substitute teacher fill-rate.
Like many schools in Arizona and across the nation, we were struggling to fill classrooms when our full-time teachers were out.
This back-to-school season, teacher mental health is top of mind for school and district administrators. In a May 2022 article EdSurge reports, “teachers haven’t just reached their breaking point, but surpassed it, further imperiling a profession that has long struggled with low pay and declining morale.” Widespread burnout and stress According to a poll from…
Even in the midst of a substitute teacher shortage, there are a number of ways to recruit substitute teachers. There are many recruiting methods to consider, like partnering with credentialing schools or alternative-route certification programs, getting creative on social media, and holding in-person hiring events. Here are five concrete actions you can take to level-up…
