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    7 min read | February 14, 2025

    What a substitute teacher does.

    What a substitute teacher does when covering for a teacher includes teaching lesson plans, managing the classroom, and administrative duties. Read More
    8 min read | February 12, 2025

    What to include in a substitute paraprofessional resume.

    Paraprofessional resumes should include work experience, volunteering, education degrees, and relevant skills in supporting students. Read More
    12 min read | February 12, 2025

    Looking for work in schools? Types of substitute teaching.

    Different types of substitute teaching jobs include -- building, emergency, special education, short and long term substitute teachers. Read More
    7 min read | February 12, 2025

    Outfits to wear? Female substitute teacher attire.

    Comfortable shoes with business casual outfits are the best outfits for women teachers and female substitute teacher attire. Read More
    19 min read | February 6, 2025

    English Language Learners: Strategies for substitute teachers.

    Overcome common misconception about English Language Learners with strategies so you can support them while substitute teaching. Read More
    8 min read | February 6, 2025

    What is an emergency substitute teacher permit or license?

    An emergency substitute teaching permit or license is a temporary certification that may last 30 days or an entire year, depending state. Read More
    10 min read | February 6, 2025

    Substitute teaching—is it the same as guest teacher and occasional teacher jobs?

    School districts often choose to use the title guest teacher or occasional teacher jobs when hiring substitute teachers. Read More
    11 min read | February 6, 2025

    Substitute teaching tips: How to resolve conflict between students.

    Staying calm and focusing on the behavior -not the person- will help you as a substitute teacher to resolve conflict between students. Read More
    12 min read | February 6, 2025

    Beyond a sub teacher - More than a substitute doing subbing.

    Working as a sub teacher is more than subbing in a classroom, learn why Kelly Education substitute teachers Read More
    11 min read | January 15, 2025

    Following classroom procedures and routines as a substitute teacher.

    Following classroom procedures and routines promotes safety and includes tasks like taking attendance, lunch counts, and dismissal. Read More
    14 min read | January 14, 2025

    How to build relationships with students as an elementary school substitute teacher.

    Substitute teachers build relationships with students when they actively listen, use positive reinforcement, and maintain routines. Read More
    14 min read | January 14, 2025

    Searching for summer jobs for teachers or substitute teachers.

    From tutoring to retail jobs and camp counselors to summer events, Kelly Education shares about summer jobs for substitute teachers. Read More

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