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2025 Science & Clinical Job Market Insights & Salary Guide
Reading Time: < 1 minutes In 2025, let expertise lead the way. As seasoned professionals in the science and clinical sectors, you understand that knowledge is power. We’re not just here to provide data; we’re your partners in navigating the complex, evolving landscape of your industry. Dive in now for in-demand roles, salary range estimates, supply and demand of qualified…
Substitute teacher strategies for working with students with disabilities.
Reading Time: 4 minutes As a substitute teacher, understanding best practices for working with students with disabilities will help you provide all students with the support they need to do their best. About 7.3 million students in the United States qualify for special education supports and services—that’s about 15% of students. Dr. Kathleen Adolt-Silva, Director of Special Education content…
Boost your essential substitute teacher communication skills.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Each time you walk into a classroom, it’s important to use effective substitute teacher communication skills. The better you are at delivering clear classroom expectations, lesson plans, and praise, the more successful you’ll be in building rapport with your students and improving their outcomes. Kelly Education wants all of our substitute teachers, paraeducators, tutors,…
Preparing for your first day as a new substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 4 minutes As a new substitute teacher, you might be a little nervous about your first day—or maybe it’s been a few months since your last assignment and you need a refresher from your initial training! No worries, Kelly Education takes training seriously. We want all our new substitute teachers and paraeducators to feel prepared for…
Experts Unplugged: Thomas Green Jr., Lead Piping Designer
Reading Time: 2 minutes For senior-level professionals and rising engineers alike, the career journey of Thomas Green Jr. to Lead Piping Designer is a testament to the boundless opportunities in the engineering industry and the value of continuous learning. From Apprenticeship to Expertise Thomas’s career journey began humbly within the marine industry during an apprenticeship program. He quickly became…
Following classroom procedures and routines as a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Following classroom procedures and routines established by the school and teacher is important as a substitute teacher. It’s all about managing the classroom to ensure the day runs smoothly and safely for everyone. These common procedural strategies ensure that everything is humming along in sync. As a substitute teacher, you want to be in…
How to become a paraeducator in Iowa.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraeducator in Iowa, there are specific requirements you must meet—including training and a background check. Minimum Iowa paraeducator requirements, at a glance*: High school diploma or equivalent Completion of an approved paraeducation certification program Mandatory Reporter Training In addition to Iowa state requirements, Kelly Education requires you to: complete our ParaSmarts…
Substitute teacher tips: Attention getters for elementary school students.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Classroom management is one of the most challenging responsibilities for substitute teachers—whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the game. Using attention getters for elementary school can help you get students’ eyes back on you. Most teachers already use them, so students are used to the cues. So, whenever possible, use the teacher’s…
How to set expectations for student behavior when substitute teaching.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Students at all grade levels have preconceived ideas about what it’s like to have a substitute teacher. Often, students think classroom routines will differ when their regular teacher is absent. One blog calls it the Substitute Teacher Effect which causes student behavior to change. Occasionally, a student tries to take advantage of a new face…
How to build relationships with students as an elementary school substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 4 minutes One of the best parts about substitute teaching in elementary school is the ability to build relationships with students. When you take the time to connect with them, you’ll find classroom management is much easier, and students are more engaged in learning. Quick tips for substitute teachers to build relationships with students: Show genuine…