What to wear as a substitute teacher.

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Reading Time: 4 minutes   What you wear as a substitute teacher has the power to make a big impression on administrators, students, and other teachers. So, it’s important to wear the proper attire that also follows the school’s substitute teacher dress code. Quick tips on what to wear as a substitute teacher: Business casual No jeans Avoid tight,…

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Packing a school bag — what to bring as a substitute teacher.

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Reading Time: 3 minutes   Stepping into the classroom for the first time as a substitute teacher is often both exciting and nerve-racking. How will it go? What to bring as a substitute teacher? These are all understandable questions when you first become a substitute teacher. We want you to feel confident and prepared on day one. That’s why…

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Substitute Teacher Story: Niels Billund

Niels Billund - Substitute Teacher

Reading Time: 2 minutes Retired nurse finds fulfillment in substitute teaching and music. Growing up in Denmark, Niels Billund has always had a passion for helping people. In his twenties, he thought that he was going to be a teacher. He even started down that path in college. Then, he changed his mind and became a nurse. Fast-forward 35…

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Substitute Teacher Story: Claire Mayberry

Claire Mayberry - Substitute Teacher

Reading Time: 3 minutes Newlywed grad student finds the flexibility of substitute teaching helpful.  Claire Mayberry loves math. She graduated college with a degree in mechanical engineering, then landed a dream job.   It didn’t take her long to figure out that sitting in a cubical, working 8-5, wasn’t for her. It didn’t feel meaningful. Claire did some soul searching.…

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Substitute Teacher Story: Nealie Diggs

Nealie Diggs _Substitute Teacher

Reading Time: 3 minutes   Retired business owner, golfer, and actress adds substitute teacher to the things that bring her joy. Nealie Diggs has made a career out of helping people rise. Her passion is inspiring others to achieve their dreams. She started out in human resources at IBM, became a social worker, joined a national non-profit called INROADS,…

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Substitute Teacher Story: Jeff Stark

Jeff Stark - Substitute Teacher

Reading Time: 2 minutes Jeff Stark Story | Retired Spanish teacher turned substitute teacher. At age 72, Jeff Stark’s “spark” continues to enlighten students. After 38 years as a Spanish teacher in middle and high school, he retired. But he wasn’t quite ready to leave the classroom. In fact, becoming a substitute teacher was the only next step he…

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Substitute Teaching Tips: College scholarships for future teachers.

A teacher's workshop.

Reading Time: 5 minutes   Teaching is a rewarding career choice for those who want to shape the young minds of the future. At Kelly Education, we employ thousands of substitute teachers who fall in love with the profession and discover that they want to make it a lifelong career. And, that’s when college scholarships help! In most circumstances,…

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Top transferable substitute teacher skills.

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Reading Time: 5 minutes   Whether you’re building skills to work in education or another field, becoming a substitute teacher is a rewarding and flexible job that can enhance your resume. Substitute teacher skills include: communication, organization, following directions, and building relationships.  Top transferable substitute teacher skills. People management Time management Organization and planning Troubleshooting Creativity Mentoring Leadership Conflict resolution…

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Retired teachers — considering becoming a substitute teacher?

A retired teacher with a student.

Reading Time: 5 minutes   Once a teacher retires, it’s common to miss being in the classroom. Many still want to work and inspire students. Some retired teachers also miss the sense of community they had with other faculty and staff members. Others would like to supplement their retirement income to cover increasing costs of travel or hobbies.  At…

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