As we dive into the new school year, it’s important to equip yourself with a few key reminders that can help you navigate challenges and set you up for success in every classroom. Here are five essential qualities to help you succeed and put some pep in your step as you head back to the…
Believe it or not, a new school year is just around the corner. Before classes are back in session, here are some ways you can prepare yourself for a fresh start in the classroom. Figure out where and what you want to teach It’s a new school year! Whether you’re new to substitute teaching or…
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…
No matter how thoroughly you craft your lesson plan, there will come a day when you find yourself with extra time at the end of class. Rather than waste valuable learning time, come equipped with activities to engage your students. Not every activity will be a good fit for every school you substitute at, so…
No matter how thoroughly you craft your lesson plan, there will come a day when you find yourself with extra time at the end of class. Rather than waste valuable learning time, come equipped with activities to engage your students. Not every activity will be a good fit for every school you substitute at, so…
Substitute teaching is changing: schools and districts need more subs than ever before and substitute teachers are looking for more flexibility and freedom in their teaching schedule. To ensure classroom coverage where and when it’s needed most, districts are experimenting with new and innovative ways to find subs and seeking out partners who can help….
With the beginning of March comes a national recognition and celebration of women, with Women’s History Month. Whether you’re a full-time teacher or a substitute teacher helping to execute lesson plans, or seeking ways to increase your own knowledge, check out our comprehensive guide to teaching about Women’s History Month to students of all ages….
February marks the beginning of Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans, and when we celebrate and acknowledge their contributions to American history. Whether you are helping to execute lesson plans, or seeking ways to increase your own knowledge, below, we share ways to explore Black History Month, and highlight the…
Swing recommends that substitute teachers get all outside teaching resources approved by the school prior to sharing with students. Since an official proclamation in 1990, November has marked Native American Heritage Month. This represents a dedicated time to celebrate and teach students about the culture, traditions, and contributions of Native people, as well as the…
The job of a substitute teacher is an important one. When full-time teachers are absent, it’s up to you to take the lead and keep students on track. Teachers may leave you scant or no lesson plans, students may be unhelpful in getting you oriented to their classroom, and each day may bring new surprises….
