How subs support maternity leave for teachers
Chances are, you’ll have a good number of teachers taking maternity leave over the course of their careers
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What to do if you have subpar substitute teaching plans
Get tips for how to manage classrooms when the sub plans are subpar.
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What to do when your subbing assignment is unclear
Robert Acosta is an elementary school teacher with his Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from the University of Arizona. Many schools’ rules, guidelines, plans, and procedures have been developed over multiple years. Along those lines, a full-time teacher might spend weeks setting up daily classroom routines within the structure of their school policies. So when you…
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How to prepare substitute teachers for success
If you’re reading this article, you already have the drive to set your subs up for success. With a bit of thoughtfulness, organization, and preparation, you can build out a success plan so substitute teachers thrive in your school. The benefits? Your students will get a better education from their subs, your teachers will know…
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Swing Education raises Series B to put the spotlight on substitute teaching
Today, we’re excited to announce our $15 million Series B investment, co-led by GV (formerly Google Ventures) and education technology-focused Owl Ventures. This investment recognizes our accomplishments to date, including providing substitute teachers in over 70,000 classrooms and serving over one million students. We are grateful to all our substitutes for being part of the…
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How substitute teachers can engage their students
A great first impression can make your day in the classroom a success. Students of all ages can quickly pick up on their substitute teacher’s expectations, classroom management style, personality, and credibility. To get the best out of your first day, here are 24 tips for how to do it, broken down by age group….
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What do the best substitute teachers do differently?
Schools don’t just want anybody filling in at their school — they want the best. And here at Swing, we’ve made it our business to know what sets great subs apart from the pack. Here’s what the very best substitute teachers do differently. Already a certified substitute teacher? Search for substitute teacher jobs. They’re ready…
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9 things substitutes need to know before school starts
The other teachers at the school where you’re substitute teaching are an invaluable resource for you. They can help you create a successful subbing experience. Here are 9 essential questions to ask them. 1. What are the current lesson plans? The best way for you to keep students on track and engaged is to get…
