The best summer plans for substitute teachers
Here are four ideas for substitute teachers to make the most of summer break.
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Why transparency is the key to a successful substitute assignment
Originally from the New Jersey area, Heavon Clark has been substitute teaching with Swing since August 2023. Currently working a permanent assignment, Heavon shared her thoughts on what she looks for in a school community, what makes a substitute teaching assignment successful, and how schools can better support their substitute teachers. Transparency breeds confidence Even…
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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 Bill 1503Effective: January 1, 2024What you need to know: Students are now allowed a full…
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7 qualities the best substitutes look for in a school
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 what you tell them about your guidelines and expectations, and also how you deliver that information. Want…
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How schools can foster inclusivity to attract substitute teachers
Graduate of San Jose State University, Paul Teogalbo has been a substitute teacher with Swing since September 2022 in Sacramento, CA. Before he earned his CTC credential in 2023, Paul taught as a paraprofessional for eight years, working with students with special needs. An aspiring teacher With hopes of one day becoming a full time…
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How Swing partners with you
Learn how Swing works with different roles at the school and district level to help ease the burden of substitute management.
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Maximize your substitute teacher funding
This guide from Swing Education can help school administrators get the most out of their substitute teacher funding and create a sustainable sub program.
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Class coverage made easy
A proactive approach to your sub-pool can help your district better prepare for planned and unexpected teacher vacancies.
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The Teacher burnout playbook
This playbook from Swing Education can help school administrators reduce teacher burnout and improve the mental health of their staff.
