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Substitute teaching tips — what not to do!
Reading Time: 4 minutes The best substitute teaching tips often come from those who have made mistakes—and want to help you avoid repeating their mistakes. For example, what not to do on social media, what not to wear, and what topics are not for classroom discussions. At Kelly Education, we often tell our substitute teachers what to do…
The benefits and perks of being a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 3 minutes Interested in becoming a substitute teacher? If you enjoy working with students and would like a flexible schedule, this may be the role for you. The perks of being a substitute teacher include scheduling options, extra income, making a difference, and enhancing your skills. There are also the perks that come with being a substitute…
Substitute Teacher Story: Farshaun Pinkston
Reading Time: 3 minutes Substitute teacher talks about the importance of male role models. Farshaun Pinkston enjoys working with young people—especially those who need extra support from an adult role model. Before becoming a substitute teacher 20 years ago, he worked in construction and at a juvenile boot camp through the sheriff’s department. When he learned his local school…
Substitute Teacher Story: Janet Brandon
Reading Time: 3 minutes Former marketing executive finds joy working as a substitute teacher. As a young woman headed off college, Janet Brandon’s heart was pulling her toward a degree in early childhood education. She loved children and wanted to make a difference. Her mother was her kindergarten teacher, and she had always thought she would do something to…
How to file taxes as a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Now is the time of year when we’re all collecting paperwork to pay Uncle Sam. Here’s a little guidance about how to file taxes as a substitute teacher, and what you might claim as a tax deduction for substitute teachers. When you start a new role in a W-2 capacity, you’ll usually have…
Emergency procedures in schools: What substitute teachers need to know.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Understanding emergency procedures in schools is vital for your work as a substitute teacher. Procedures for fire drills, weather-related events, or active shooter situations differ from school to school and can change quickly, over time, with little to no notice. Always review the procedures before every assignment! Be aware of school policies, as they…
The difference between substitute teacher and paraprofessional job duties.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you are a substitute teacher or paraprofessional (paraeducator), you can enjoy rewarding work and a flexible schedule. Although they both provide the opportunity to work in schools with students, substitute teacher and paraprofessional job duties differ significantly. The biggest difference between the two roles is that substitute teachers lead the entire classroom in…
Substitute teacher tips: Understanding IEP and 504 plans.
Reading Time: 6 minutes As a substitute teacher, you will have the opportunity to work with students with special needs in your classrooms. These students may have physical, learning, or behavioral disabilities. You will need to be familiar with and adhere to the students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 plans. This article will help you understand the…
Pro tips for a special education substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Many special education substitute teacher jobs often go unfilled every day. There are many reasons for this, and one of them is misinformation about special education substitute teacher requirements. Many potential candidates think they must be certified in special education to be a special education substitute teacher. Others are nervous, thinking they will be…
Pro tips for substitute teaching in high school.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Ready to step out of your comfort zone to be a high school substitute teacher? It’s natural to feel a bit nervous—teaching subjects like trigonometry, world history, gym, or music can seem overwhelming to anyone. Don’t worry. No one expects you to be an expert in every subject. You’ve been trained to be an effective…