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Under-designed. A collective blindspot. I can tell you all about why substitute teaching isn't working well in America. And Substantial Classrooms we are working hard to get it working better for kids and adults. But it's a bit perplexing -- and disheartening -- to see that the dynamics around substitute teaching are similar across many countries. The only positive outlier is Australia, where subs are more like visiting nurses, highly skilled and paid well. Trying to make sense of what creates the circumstances for the same systemic weakness to show up in so many different places. And if it's possible to change it.

According to EdWeek, by the time they graduate, students will have spent 8% of their K-12 education, on average of one school year, with a substitute teacher. Substitute teachers play very important roles in schools, so it is important to make them feel welcome and included. Gain more insights into how substitute teachers feel and how school leaders and permanent teachers can support them here: https://lnkd.in/exidCjDR

Fully supporting our students' needs is critical for success. This "whole-child approach" highlighted by Linda Darling-Hammond and NAESP emphasizes the importance of quality early childhood education. At Verite Educational Services, our team is committed to helping ECE programs excel with our comprehensive program evaluation services. #K12Education #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ProgramEvaluation

California is making it easier to become a preschool teacher, aiming to address the statewide teacher shortage and expand its public preschool program. The state introduced a new PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Instruction Credential to fast-track teachers into the classroom. Sacramento State will start offering this credential in fall 2025, and it's part of California's Master Plan for Early Learning and Care. This initiative seeks to ensure educators are well-trained in equitable, inclusive, and diverse teaching practices for early education. Read the full article to learn more about these changes and their potential impact on Sacramento: https://lnkd.in/g_jAevyx #EducationReform #TeacherShortage #EarlyChildhoodEducation #TeachingOpportunities #EDURP

How To Obtain A Substitute Teaching License In Illinois? Here’s why Illinois stands out as an exceptional launchpad for your substitute teaching journey: High Demand: Illinois schools consistently face a shortage of substitute teachers. This translates to ample opportunities for qualified individuals to find placements and make a real difference. Diverse Learning Environments: From bustling urban centers to charming rural communities, Illinois boasts a rich tapestry of school districts, each offering unique educational settings. This diversity allows you to tailor your experience to your preferences. Competitive Compensation: Substitute teachers in Illinois enjoy competitive pay rates, making it a rewarding way to contribute to your income while exploring your passion for education. Supportive Network: The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) provides a wealth of resources and support for substitute teachers, ensuring you feel equipped and prepared for each assignment. #HowToObtainASubstituteTeachingLicenseInIllinois #SubstituteTeachingLicenseInIllinois #HowToObtainASubstituteTeaching https://lnkd.in/gEFtYC9v

“This is having a huge impact on our ability to rebound” from the pandemic, argues Amanda von Moos (she/her), executive director of Substantial Classrooms, an organization dedicated to better preparing and supporting substitute teachers in schools across the nation.   To illustrate her point, she describes how “when no substitute is available, remaining teachers often have to do double duty — taking extra students in their classroom, or covering another class on their break — which can lead them to request days off in the future. Sometimes reading tutors or other specialists fill in, which means that extra support sessions — a priority to make up for pandemic learning losses — are canceled that day.”   #Strategicstaffing approaches leverage teacher residents as site-based substitute teachers, maximizing the dollars already dedicated to covering teacher absences in district budgets. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gvCrsfSK Attallah College of Educational Studies The New York Times https://lnkd.in/gvCrsfSK

Unlike public schools, formal homeschooling programs or traditional private schools, nearly 9,000 private schools in Louisiana don’t need state approval to grant degrees. Nearly every one of those unapproved schools was created to serve a single homeschooling family, but now some have buildings, classrooms, teachers and dozens of students. They may represent a small percentage of the state’s students, but those in Louisiana’s off-the-grid school system are a rapidly growing example of the nation's continuing fallout from COVID-19 — families disengaging from traditional education. https://lnkd.in/gBsKPrEn

Change is never easy—and it doesn't happen overnight. When choosing a substitute teacher program partner, district leaders should engage all of their stakeholders in meaningful dialogue to understand their concerns. This article explores what leaders can anticipate—and offers advice to arrive at the best decision for your district. #k12 #substituteteacher #kellyeducation https://lnkd.in/eiqztiWn

Unlike public schools, formal homeschooling programs or traditional private schools, nearly 9,000 private schools in Louisiana don’t need state approval to grant degrees. Nearly every one of those unapproved schools was created to serve a single homeschooling family, but some have buildings, classrooms, teachers and dozens of students. While unapproved schools account for a small percentage of the state’s students, those in Louisiana’s off-the-grid school system are a rapidly growing example of the nation’s continuing fallout from COVID-19: families disengaging from traditional education.

Community schools are increasingly seen as a method of improving students’ academic and social-emotional development. This brief explores how Oakland Unified School District's district-level supports enabled whole child educational practices. https://lnkd.in/guAhxPfS