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    10 min read | March 16, 2026

    What to include in a substitute teacher resume.

    From education experience to volunteering to degrees, learn what candidates should include when creating a good substitute teacher resume. Read More
    17 min read | March 14, 2026

    Classroom management for substitute teachers.

    Classroom management for substitute teachers means staying calm, having a plan to respond to behavior, and narrating positive behavior. Read More
    7 min read | March 11, 2026

    Want to be a substitute teacher? What it takes to get education jobs.

    Creativity, leadership, enthusiasm are all skills needed to work with students in schools. Do you have talents suited for education jobs? Read More
    8 min read | March 11, 2026

    What are substitute teacher duties and responsibilities?

    Kelly Education shares what you need to know about substitute teacher duties and job responsibilities while working in schools. Read More
    8 min read | March 10, 2026

    How to set expectations for student behavior when substitute teaching.

    Kelly Education shares strategies for substitute teachers to set expectations for student behavior. Read More
    9 min read | March 9, 2026

    How to be a successful substitute teacher: self-evaluation.

    To be a successful substitute teacher, be open to self evaluation of your classroom management and instructional techniques. Read More
    8 min read | March 4, 2026

    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
    11 min read | March 4, 2026

    How to apply for substitute teaching jobs: the Kelly Education hiring process.

    Learn how to apply for substitute teaching and school support staff jobs—and start working with Kelly Education. Read More
    6 min read | March 3, 2026

    Do I need teaching experience to become a substitute teacher?

    Kelly Education shares why it's not always required that substitute teachers have teaching experience to begin work. Read More
    10 min read | February 25, 2026

    A Kelly Services substitute teacher: How to become one of the best.

    To be the best Kelly Services substitute teacher: follow lesson plans, manage the classroom, and tackle administrative duties with professionalism. Read More
    27 min read | February 19, 2026

    An example substitute teacher job description.

    A substitute teacher job description includes duties such as following lesson plans, managing the classroom, and professionalism. Read More
    4 min read | February 18, 2026

    Substitute Teacher Story: Michael Peter

    Substitute teacher, Michael Peter, finds his retirement job within the Charleston County School District the most rewarding work of his life. Watch Now

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