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How a leader in public schools transformed substitute teacher management with Swing
Cajon Valley Union School District (CVUSD) is located in the southern California city of El Cajon, near San Diego. Pioneering superintendent Dr. David Miyashiro and his staff have spearheaded a number of transformational initiatives across the district that serves 18,000…
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Why transparency is the key to a successful substitute assignment
Originally from the New Jersey area, Heavon Clark has been substitute teaching with Swing since August 2023. Currently working a permanent assignment, Heavon shared her thoughts on what she looks for in a school community, what makes a substitute teaching…
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How Amber Charter Schools found a solution to teacher shortages with Swing
Meet Amber Charter Schools Founded in 2000, Amber Charter Schools is the first Latino-led charter school in New York. Amber Charter Schools serves students in three locations and aims to provide their students with a rigorous and well-rounded education that…
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Staffing Strategies
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How to recruit the best substitute teachers
Even in the midst of a substitute teacher shortage, there are a number of ways to recruit substitute teachers. There are many recruiting methods to consider, like partnering with credentialing schools or alternative-route certification programs, getting creative on social media,…
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How subs can support K-12 professional development
Superintendent David Goldblatt shares strategies to help your school plan for PD days.
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How subs support maternity leave for teachers
Chances are, you’ll have a good number of teachers taking maternity leave over the course of their careers
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Sub Pool Best Practices
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How to improve your last-minute substitute teacher fill rate
See five tips to help your school or district improve its last-minute substitute teacher fill rate.
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How substitutes alleviate teacher burnout
Creating specialized curricula, managing a classroom full of unique learners, juggling administrative tasks — the job of a teacher is full of significant work and challenges. Couple all that with an unsupportive work environment? It’s no wonder teachers are hitting…
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5 tips to keep quality subs coming back to your school district
Whether for short stints or as long-term replacements, substitute teachers play a vital role in the teaching system. Over the course of their K-12 career, students will spend over 140 days with a substitute teacher. Despite the urgent need for…
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