Discover the secrets to attracting and retaining top substitute teachers

The Substitute Teacher Experience: Insights into attracting and retaining K-12 substitute teachers for schools

The substitute teacher experience

Substitute teachers are essential to ensuring the continuity of learning in K-12 schools. With over 800,000 substitute teachers filling in for more than 30 million teacher absences each year, their role has never been more critical. However, schools are facing unprecedented challenges in attracting and retaining quality substitutes.

Our latest report delves into strategies that can help schools overcome these challenges. Based on in-depth surveys and interviews, the report provides actionable steps for school administrators to create a supportive and engaging environment for substitute teachers.

Key topics covered:

• What attracts and motivates substitute teachers
• Factors that contribute to substitute teacher retention
• Strategies to improve preparation, support, and job satisfaction
• Practical, actionable steps for schools (with examples!)

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