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Posts Tagged ‘PreK-12 Education’
How to become a tutor in schools.
Reading Time: 3 minutes Do you have the time, patience, and positivity to help students reach the next milestone in their academic success? It’s time to become a tutor in a school near you! Figuring out how to become a tutor in schools can be a little tricky because the requirements can vary by state and school district.…
Read MoreCan you wear jeans as a substitute teacher?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Substitute teaching is a rewarding job that allows for a flexible schedule. But it’s not so flexible when it comes to the dress code and wearing jeans. Professionalism matters. Substitute teachers are not only role models to students, but also, they are professional colleagues to teachers, principals, social workers, and district administrators. While we…
Read MoreTypes of substitute teacher training and development.
Reading Time: 3 minutes Do you have what it takes to become a substitute teacher? Looking to take your substitute teaching skills to the next level? Substitute teacher training and professional development are the key to success. At Kelly Education, we hire and place thousands of substitute teachers in classrooms across the country every year. We can confidently say…
Read MoreNavigating an election year as a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 3 minutes Whether you are a substitute teacher, tutor, or paraeducator, you might have concerns about navigating conversations involving politics, especially during an election year. The time and place for conversations involving matters of personal belief – such as politics, religion, or Santa Claus and the Tooth Fairy – is at home, between caregivers and their children.…
Read MoreHandling questions about Santa Claus as a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, or the Easter Bunny. As a substitute teacher, paraeducator, tutor, or support staff, these topics can be especially tricky when working with younger students. What should you say if a student asks about Santa Claus? You certainly don’t want to be Ebenezer Scrooge or the Grinch. Believe it or…
Read MoreKelly Services substitute teaching pay.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you are a substitute teacher or a school district looking to partner with us, we often answer questions about Kelly Services substitute teaching pay. At Kelly Education, we believe it’s important to be transparent about how pay rates are set. In this article, we’ll explore factors that may determine pay, how different school…
Read MoreA day in the life of a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Are you interested in substitute teaching, but not sure it’s for you? Before you apply to be a substitute teacher, you’ll want to know what a day in the life of substitute or guest teacher might look like. Typical day in the life of a substitute teacher. Arrive early with ID badge Check in with…
Read MoreCommon interview questions for substitute teachers.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Preparing for substitute teacher interview questions will show your prospective employer that you are serious about this important role in schools. The answers you provide will indicate your professionalism in working with students, faculty, and administrators. Steps to prepare for substitute teacher interview questions: Understand the types of questions about your qualifications or hypothetical…
Read MoreHow to obtain substitute teacher certification.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To get a substitute teacher certification, you should check with the credentialing requirements of your state. Not all states require a substitute teacher certificate or credential. It gets a little confusing because states use different names for their credential – substitute teacher certificate, license, authorization, permit, or some other word for this documentation. No…
Read MoreTop tips for teaching: Instructional strategies for substitute teachers.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Substitute teacher jobs are fulfilling and allow you to positively impact student learning. There’s much more to it than babysitting or monitoring classroom behavior. Effective substitute teachers are intentional – following lesson plans and using instructional strategies. They don’t “just wing it.” Whether you are preparing to become a substitute teacher or have been…
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