TEACH

Teacher Engagement and Certification Help Program

Now accepting applications in the San Francisco Bay Area.

About the TEACH Program

TEACH supports mission-driven individuals who want to enter the substitute teaching profession. The Teacher Engagement and Certification Help Program (TEACH) provides participants with monetary, personal, and professional support in becoming working substitute teachers.

As a TEACH participant, you will be eligible for reimbursement of all setup costs, opportunities to earn generous bonuses, and access to free resources.

Applying for the TEACH Program

Easy application
We’ve worked to make our application as straightforward as possible. Most people can complete it in less than 5 minutes.
Eligibility
You must have a passion to teach students in your local community, hold a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher), and be committed to becoming a certificated substitute teacher in your state.
Next steps
If eligible, once you complete our online application you will receive an email outlining the first steps in the permit application process.

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Program Details

Up to $1,000 in incentives

Cost should not be a barrier to reaching your teaching goals, so we’ll reimburse all set-up expenses and offer bonuses the more you work.

Dedicated support

You will have a dedicated Swing Advocate throughout the process to help you navigate the substitute permit application process.

Resources

You’ll have access Swing’s teacher resource library and a voucher to get 10+ hours of free substitute-specific training through STEDI.

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Why TEACH?

Swing Education believes every student deserves the best learning opportunities, which can only happen when there’s a qualified educator in every classroom.

Swing wants to create a better way for schools to fill substitute teacher openings and to expand the pool of educators nationwide in order to address the national teacher shortage. The Swing TEACH Program supports both of these goals!

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some common questions about the Swing TEACH Program.

TEACH is typically an 8-week program, but how quickly you receive your certification depends on you. Some participants receive their certification in less than 4 weeks, while others take up to 8 weeks or more. Typically, the more motivated you are to get started, the quicker the process is. Your Swing Advocate is always here for support and encouragement. We’ll work together to get you through as quickly as possible!

In order for Swing to reimburse you you must complete the onboarding process on our platform and set up direct deposit. Swing TEACH Program members are eligible for reimbursement of the following out-of-pocket expenses: SAT score request, CBEST test fees, college transcript request, background check costs, and permit application fees. Additionally, all your setup costs with Swing Education are reimbursable including: TB screening, Swing Education Livescan, and Education verification. Reimbursements are typically processed within 2 weeks of you completing the onboarding process. Once you earn your permit you will be eligible for additional bonuses throughout the school year.