Substitute teachers are typically credentialed at the state level by meeting the requirements set for highly qualified candidates. This serves to ensure that substitutes possess the necessary qualifications. But some substitute teachers must wait to be certified by the local school district or county intermediate school system. Should you issue a school district teaching permit

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What happens when a classroom teacher is absent? Who is authorized to fill that absence? Of course, the goal is always to have a properly credentialed, adequately prepared individual ready to step in to manage the class and deliver instruction. So when considering substitute teacher vs. teacher assistant—what is the difference, and who is most

As school district administrators strive to meet rising academic standards with funding that often falls short, many challenges occur. Since school spending matters when it comes to student achievement, money must be spent wisely. To be truly impactful, school improvement efforts must be sustainable.  In the course of educating the district’s students, schools provide a

Whether the goal is to reduce administrative overhead, eliminate soft costs, or compensate for a shortage of qualified substitute teachers, many school districts are turning to an education staffing agency for help navigating these challenges. And since district administrators have tremendous fiscal responsibility, it is essential that they be well-informed and utilize tools and resources