Sub Pool Best Practices
Best practices for finding and supporting substitute teachers, including how to improve your fill-rate and and increasing the quality and breadth of your sub pool.
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The benefits of outsourcing your substitute pool
Schools should consider these 6 qualities when evaluating substitute teacher staffing agencies.
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What substitute teachers value most
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…
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From burnout to balance with Swing
Formerly a full-time educator, Davi Diaz’s substitute teaching journey began with a desire for change. Burned out from her previous profession, Davi took a leap of faith and found renewed passion in her work with Swing. Hailing from Sacramento, California,…
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Legislative updates: what your school should know
At Swing, we want to help schools stay up to date with their state’s newly enacted laws. While there’s lots of legislation in process, here are some recently passed updates pertaining to schools: Jump to:CaliforniaIllinoisNew JerseyNew YorkTexas California What: Assembly…
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How CVUSD nurtures culture to retain substitute teachers
Cajon Valley Union School District (CVUSD) is located in the southern California city of El Cajon, near San Diego. It serves 18,000 students in grades TK through 12th across 26 schools. CVUSD’s mission is to make Cajon Valley the best…
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7 qualities the best substitutes look for in a school
5-minute listen While substitute teachers get to repeatedly practice the art of the first impression, schools have fewer opportunities to ‘wow’ new subs. Substitutes gather valuable information during their time at your school; they learn about the school’s culture through…
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