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…
Superintendent Marilyn Shepherd shares five ways school districts can improve their substitute teacher fill-rate.
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More than a quarter of teachers miss 10 or more school days annually. These chronic absences negatively impact student learning, resulting in disengagement and a decrease in test scores. Teacher absences are an inevitable part of the school year. Despite the frequency, schools are often left dealing with these absences last minute. Luckily, it doesn’t…
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…
If you’ve made a career as a substitute teacher, then you know that schools and districts need your unique skill set now more than ever before. Teachers are burned out and schools and districts are turning to subs for support. As you know, substitute teaching is far from a glorified form of babysitting. Your life…
*Swing recommends that substitute teachers get all outside teaching resources approved by the school prior to sharing with students. Diversity, acceptance, and inclusion should all be taught at home and in the classroom. And, for teachers, the upcoming Inclusive Schools Week provides an opportune time to further engage students in these important topics, while continuing…
A student’s life is largely structured around the routines and rituals of the school day, so it’s normal for them to experience some anxiety when the regular classroom teacher is away. As a substitute teacher, you can ease their anxiety by being prepared and in control, especially at moments when students are unsure of what…
*Swing recommends that substitute teachers get all outside teaching resources approved by the school prior to sharing with students. May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and acknowledge the culture, heritage, and history of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. According to The Library of Congress, May was chosen as…
