Substitute Teachers

Teacher Preparation Opinion September Job Search Tips
Since it is September, post-Labor Day, I will assume that those of you reading this are either professionals in the field, seniors about to graduate or recent graduates who haven't secured that permanent position and are looking for assistance (also known as "freaking out....").
AAEE, September 3, 2013
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Teaching Profession Opinion What Now?
As summer comes to a close, many schools begin new teacher orientation, teacher workshops, and professional development activities before the start of school. Maybe you are one of those new teachers anxiously awaiting your orientation and the start of the school year. Or, perhaps you've yet to receive a full-time offer. In a tight education job market, your job search may take longer than anticipated. If you haven't landed a full-time teaching position, don't lose hope! There are steps you can take to stay connected and keep your skills sharp while continuing your search.
AAEE, August 6, 2013
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Teaching Profession CTQ Collaboratory Making Substitute Days Count
Just because a teacher's absent doesn't mean the day has to be a waste. These tips can help keep the class attentive and engaged.
Dave Orphal, July 2, 2013
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College & Workforce Readiness Opinion Don't Hire Substitute Teachers in High School
High schools can save money and headaches by finding alternatives to hiring short-term subs, John Fitzsimons writes.
John Fitzsimons, August 21, 2012
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Teaching Profession Substitute Teaching Undergoes New Scrutiny
New data on teacher absenteeism are causing schools to re-examine their use of substitute teachers.
Jaclyn Zubrzycki, July 17, 2012
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Teaching Profession Opinion Myth: Substitute teaching is the best way to increase my marketability with a district.
Reality: Many districts may give preference to individuals who have held a permanent teaching position over others with limited subbing experience. Unless you are in a long-term position, substitutes are there one day and gone the next. Individuals with a permanent teaching position often have more experience with classroom management and lesson planning. They are also able to form ongoing relationships with students, attend IEP meetings, serve on interdisciplinary teams and communicate with parents.
AAEE, August 4, 2011
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Teaching Profession Opinion Part-time, flex-schedule, and work-from-home jobs
Question from a reader: "What are the top K-12-related part-time, flexible-schedule, and work-from-home job opportunities teachers can explore to stay current in their careers while staying home with children?"
AAEE, April 30, 2011
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Teaching Profession Opinion Laid-off teachers and first-timers alike
Question from a reader: With school budgets tight across the country, what are specific things that recently laid-off teachers can do to better their chances of getting one of the few jobs available?
AAEE, April 17, 2011
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Teaching Profession Opinion It is Fall and I Don't Have a Teaching Job
Over the last few weeks, I have been visited by many teaching candidates frustrated at their lack of success in finding a teaching job for this school year. This is not surprising given the tight job market. So, what can you do?
AAEE, October 4, 2010
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Teaching Profession Opinion December Graduates
I had an opportunity recently to talk to a group of student teachers at a local university. The questions that they asked were general and typical of those that I've answered in the past. One question, however, was timely and I think worthy of sharing in this blog. What should teacher candidates be doing to maximize their job search process for teaching positions if they are graduating mid-year?
AAEE, November 3, 2009
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Teaching Profession Opinion No Teaching Job for 2009-2010? Still Stay Involved in Education
If you are facing the prospect of not being employed as a full-time teacher this fall, you should consider what alternatives you have to stay involved in education throughout the 2009-2010 academic year to improve your chances of landing a teaching job in the future.
AAEE, August 1, 2009
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Teaching Profession Studies Link Teacher Absences to Lower Student Scores
New research suggests that having to hire substitutes affects more than just a district’s finances.
Bess Keller, March 18, 2008
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Teaching Profession Policies Allow Districts to Cut Corners With Substitutes
The majority of states don’t require substitutes to have more than a high school diploma.
Vaishali Honawar, September 10, 2007
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Teaching Profession Opinion Day by Day
Subs are well-advised to learn patience—and some German.
Gwyn English Nielsen, January 1, 2004
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