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Substitute teaching tips: How to resolve conflict between students.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you’re working with kindergartners or high school seniors, disagreements between students are inevitable. While some can be quickly squashed with a stern look, as a substitute teacher, you need to know how to resolve conflict between students—quickly. Understanding basic classroom management skills to resolve conflict between students will help you support students and…
Substitute teaching—is it the same as guest teacher and occasional teacher jobs?
Reading Time: 3 minutes If you’ve searched for substitute teacher jobs, you probably noticed a few different titles pop up. You may have come across guest teacher or occasional teacher jobs. Sometimes, school districts choose to change the job title “substitute teacher” because they want to elevate the respect given to the role. Perhaps, in their area, it’s…
What is an emergency substitute teacher permit or license?
Reading Time: 3 minutes An emergency substitute teaching permit is a temporary certification that lasts 30 days or an entire year. Whether you need to get one depends on your state—some states don’t have permits or licenses at all. Some states issue permits specifically for people who don’t meet the state’s minimum requirements. These permits or licenses typically…
Beyond a sub teacher – More than a substitute doing subbing.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Right out of the gate, let’s address the reason for this article. You’ve heard the comments: “So you’re a sub teacher. Subbing is like being a babysitter until the real teacher returns. You just take attendance and then put on a video, right?” Rest assured: when you become a substitute teacher, you play a…
How to become a paraprofessional in Arkansas.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Arkansas, you’ll need to meet several requirements related to education, certification, and training. These standards help ensure that paraeducators are prepared to support students and teachers in meaningful and impactful ways. Minimum Arkansas paraprofessional requirements, at a glance:* At least 18 years old For substitute paraprofessionals: High school…
How to become a paraprofessional in Indiana.
Reading Time: 4 minutes If you want to become a paraprofessional in Indiana, you’ll need to obtain a substitute permit and pass a background check. Note that some school districts require paraeducators to have more credentials than the state minimums, for example being at least 21 years old or having college credits. Minimum Indiana paraprofessional requirements, at…
How to become a paraprofessional in Texas.
Reading Time: 4 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Texas you’ll need to meet some minimum requirements. This includes education requirements, certifications, background screening, and training. Minimum requirements to become a paraprofessional in Texas, at a glance*: 18 years or older High school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED) Employment verification to work in the U.S. Background check Fingerprinting …
How to become a paraprofessional in Louisiana.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Louisiana, you must meet several requirements related to age, education, and pass a background check. This is important as you will be working to support students in schools. Minimum Louisiana paraprofessional requirements, at a glance:* 18 years old High school diploma or GED Employment verification to work in the…
How to become a paraprofessional in Alabama.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Alabama, you must meet a set of baseline criteria that ensure you’re qualified to support instruction in a school environment. Minimum Alabama paraprofessional requirements, at a glance*: 19 years old High school diploma or GED Background check and fingerprinting Eligible to work in the United States Meet one of…
How to become a paraprofessional in GA – Georgia!
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in GA, you’ll need to meet several requirements by the state of Georgia—including certification. In this role, you’ll provide essential support to students with special needs who have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) Minimum Georgia state paraprofessional requirements, at a glance: Paraprofessional certification High school diploma or equivalent Background check and…