Teaching has become one of the most stressful occupations. With pressures like high-stakes testing, school security concerns, and teacher shortages, nearly half of teachers surveyed recently by Gallup noted experiencing “high stress” daily. This ties teaching with nursing as the highest stress jobs. By some estimates, nearly 50% of teachers leave the profession within the

Every year, schools deal with teacher absences and the resulting ramifications for their students. But what happens when a teacher’s absence is extended due to maternity/paternity or family medical leave? Are special preparations required on the part of school administration?   Paving the way for a long-term substitute is a proactive plan for success. Parental concerns

Attention ESS employees: If you work 5+ days in July, you’ll automatically earn an entry into our monthly drawing. The more days you work, the more chances you gain to win one of these awesome prizes! 

Teaching special education classes requires exceptional dedication and the desire to understand and support students with special needs. Teachers typically have strong observational skills and the ability to adapt. They must be flexible, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking.  But these dedicated teachers will occasionally need a day off. When special education teachers are absent, a

We are humbled and honored to share the exciting news that Forbes has named ESS one of America’s Best Large Employers of 2019! This marks our 3rd consecutive year of earning a spot on this prestigious list – an achievement that would not be possible without the diligent and passionate support of our incredible staff