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…
See tips for substitute teachers in foreign language classes.
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…
Thanks to the national teacher shortage, recruiting and maintaining a healthy substitute teaching pool is an increasingly prevalent challenge. You likely know the old recruiting trifecta all too well: job postings, career fairs, and newspaper ads. You likely also know that these tried and true methods aren’t working as well as they used to, and…
See 10 tips to help you prepare for your next assignment as a special education substitute teacher.
Managing a school district’s budget is complicated. From annual budget cycles, vendor management, and employee compensation, there are endless financial details that go into making sure a district is efficiently run. Despite these numerous responsibilities, it’s essential not to overlook the substitute teacher budget, as investing in high-quality educators—both full-time and temporary—is critical to a…
Get tips to succeed as a substitute teacher in English class.
Being a substitute teacher is not without its challenges. But with the right tools and team to support you, substitute teaching is an extremely rewarding profession. In order to stay on track and be successful in your time with Swing, here are some tips from our Response and Resolution Team. What does the Response and…
Whether or not you’re new to the Swing platform, we are constantly making updates to enhance your experience. At Swing, we’re more than just a platform — we’re a partner, and we’re here to help you succeed. Take advantage of resources As our partner, there are so many resources available to schools, and the best…
