Substitute Teacher Story: Jane Abrams

Substitute teacher story Jane Abrams

Reading Time: 3 minutes   Kelly Education is proud to highlight the work of our talented substitute teachers. Mrs. Jane Abrams is the winner of our 2024 Substitute Educator of the Year award in the K-12 Substitute Teacher category. She is a former Kindergarten teacher who retired early after an accident but recently returned to the classroom as a…

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Become a highly requested substitute teacher.

Substitute teacher talking with elementary students.

Reading Time: 3 minutes   The most successful substitute teachers are asked to return to classrooms. If you want to be in high-demand, simply leave a positive impression—so teachers request you as a substitute teacher when they are absent. Read on to discover how our best Kelly Education substitute teachers become school favorites. Follow the provided lesson plans. One…

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What are the requirements for substitute teaching?

substitute teacher teacher talkingt o students

Reading Time: 4 minutes   The requirements for substitute teaching in your state will vary. Depending on your state, or school district, you may need a permit or certification, a background check, or college degree. Common substitute teacher requirements. Certification: substitute license  Education: Bachelor’s degree OR some college credits OR a high school diploma or equivalent Age: 18 – 21…

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Working in schools — substitute teaching is no ordinary job

teacher helping student at desk

Reading Time: 2 minutes It hit her fast and hard. At age 62, Sandy Weber was unemployed—her call center job eliminated during the pandemic. Gone in a blink. A friend encouraged her to try substitute teaching because she loves kids, but she wasn’t sure if she met the requirements. A quick internet search revealed that getting started wasn’t difficult.…

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