In the often unpredictable world of education, substitute teachers serve as the unsung heroes, stepping in at a moment’s notice to ensure that learning continues seamlessly. Yet, what drives these indispensable educators? What do they truly value in their professional environment? Swing conducted a recent survey that sheds light on these questions, revealing substitutes’ priorities….
In the world of education, the term “paraprofessional” (also known as “paraeducator”) may not be as widely recognized as teacher or principal. However, there are nearly 100,000 paraprofessionals in U.S. classrooms, and they play a crucial role in supporting educators and enhancing the learning experience for students. If working in education or with young people…
June is National Safety Month and a time to acknowledge that creating and maintaining a safe learning environment is as much a part of substitute teachers’ priorities as it is schools’. Whether it’s managing classroom behavior or ensuring physical safety, having the right classroom safety strategies in place is crucial. In this blog, we’ll delve…
Substitute teachers are granted much more flexibility in their positions than full time teachers. Whether that’s the number of days worked per week, what subject they’re teaching, or even which school they go to, no two weeks are the same. While the newness can be exciting, the unpredictability of it all may eventually wear off. …
Creating specialized curricula, managing a classroom full of unique learners, juggling administrative tasks—the job of a teacher is full of significant work and challenges. Couple it with struggles managing student behavior, covering for other teacher absences, and the pressure to keep learning on track. With teachers now working 54 hours per week, on average, it’s…
Get substitute teaching tips for elementary-school classrooms.
Substitute teaching is a great way to immerse yourself in the classroom environment on your own schedule, while acquiring numerous transferable skills. However, there are specific requirements that need to be met before you can step into the role of a substitute teacher. These days, more schools across the country are requiring potential substitutes to…
If you are looking for part-time work that gives back to your community, you may be interested in becoming a substitute teacher. But where to start? Each state (and sometimes city or even school district) has different substitute teacher requirements, and it can be challenging to understand exactly what you need to do to become…
Here are four ideas for substitute teachers to make the most of summer break.
As we look ahead to the summer, it’s essential to maintain the momentum we’ve built in nurturing your sub pool. While the demand for substitute teachers typically decreases over the summer break, ensuring a reliable pool of subs is crucial for when classes resume. Luckily, Swing isn’t on summer vacation — we’re here to help…
