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Substitute teachers and support staff—social media guidance.
Reading Time: 4 minutes While social media is great for keeping us connected to family and friends, it requires extra scrutiny when it comes to our employment relationships. If you work in a school as a substitute teacher, paraeducator, tutor, or support staff, be mindful of what you post on social media. As a leader of students, you…
Read MoreNavigating holiday events as a substitute teacher or support staff.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Our public school classrooms are vibrant and diverse with students of different cultures, ethnicities, religions, languages, and economic statuses. During the autumn/winter holiday season, it’s important for school workers to be mindful that not everyone celebrates the same things or in the same way. Educators have the opportunity, as well as the responsibility,…
Read MoreCan a short term or long term substitute teacher be full-time?
Reading Time: 3 minutes While substitute teaching is a flexible job where you can set your own schedule, some guest teachers really want a long term substitute teacher job that resembles full-time employment. At most school districts across the country, substitute teaching hours are scheduled to be 6-7 hours a day-up to five days a week. It’s typically…
Read MoreWhat types of education jobs are available near me?
Reading Time: 4 minutes We all know that it takes a village to educate our students. There are many more types of education jobs available at schools than people realize—and some of them even allow for flexible scheduling. When full-time faculty or staff take a day off, schools need reinforcements ready to step in. Think substitute teachers, paraeducators,…
Read MoreWhy you should refer a friend to be a substitute teacher.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Do you know someone who has a natural gift for working with kids? You know the type — someone who is positive, confident, and patient. Are you wondering how to refer them to become a substitute teacher? Substitute teaching jobs can be fulfilling and flexible work for a new graduate, a way to make…
Read MoreTips for a substitute gym teacher.
Reading Time: 5 minutes When you’re a substitute gym teacher, it’s a different ball game than a typical classroom. If you’re not a pro athlete, you might not feel like an exemplary specimen of physical fitness. No worries, you can do this! Quick tips for substitute teaching a gym class. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Do not participate…
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 MoreClassroom management for substitute teachers.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Classroom management for substitute teachers refers to the actions a teacher takes to create an effective, successful learning environment. Whether you’re in a new room, a new school, or teaching a new set of students, it’s your job to keep the school day moving and students learning. If it’s your first time in a…
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.…
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