Walking into a classroom as a substitute teacher can sometimes feel a little like stepping onto a stage mid-performance. The students already know each other. The routine is already moving. And occasionally, despite the best lesson plans, there are gaps to fill, extra minutes to manage, or unexpected moments when the energy in the room… Read more »
As the school year winds down, something interesting happens inside classrooms. The pencils get shorter. The patience gets thinner. And the energy? Somehow… bigger. If you’re stepping into a classroom in May, it can feel like walking into a room where the volume knob is permanently turned up just a little too high. Students are… Read more »
At some point, many people start asking a simple but important question: What kind of work actually fits my life right now? Maybe your career path has shifted. Maybe your kids are finally in school during the day. Maybe retirement sounded relaxing at first… but now you’d enjoy having something meaningful to do a few… Read more »
January has a way of asking big questions. Maybe the holidays are over, the calendar is wide open, and you’re thinking: “I need work.” “I need flexibility.” “I need something that fits my life right now.” You’re not alone. January is one of the busiest times for substitute teaching jobs because schools are feeling mid-year shortages and people are looking for work that… Read more »
The halls are decked, the cocoa’s warm, and the calendar is—well, probably packed. The holidays bring a whirlwind of concerts, cookie swaps, and family get-togethers. But they also bring something else: opportunity. If you’re a substitute teacher—or want to know how to become a substitute—this season might just be your time to sleigh (sorry, couldn’t resist). Schools need reliable, caring subs… Read more »
There’s something special about fall—the cozy sweaters, the scent of pumpkin spice in the air, and that satisfying crunch of leaves underfoot. It’s also a season that reminds us to slow down, reflect, and be grateful for the good things in our lives. At Morgan Hunter Education, one thing we’re especially grateful for is you—our… Read more »
Walking into a classroom as a substitute teacher can feel a little like stepping into an old-timey haunted house: you never quite know what you’re going to find. Will the day be full of sweet treats and cooperative students? Or will it feel like wrangling a group of mischievous trick-or-treaters on a sugar rush? Either… Read more »
If you’ve been thinking about stepping into the classroom as a substitute teacher—but assumed you needed a college degree to do so—there’s good news. Thanks to a recent decision by the Kansas Board of Education, there’s now a permanent, more accessible path to the classroom: the Expanded Emergency Substitute License. This updated license makes it… Read more »
Sub Teaching Tips to Help You Kick Off the Year with Confidence Whether you’re brand new to sub teaching or you’ve been doing it for years, there’s something about the start of a new school year that feels… well, like the first day of school. (Because it is—for everyone!) At Morgan Hunter Education, we work… Read more »
The Perks of Being a Substitute Teacher Go Far Beyond the Classroom Thinking about becoming a substitute teacher? Whether you’re pivoting careers, reentering the workforce, or simply seeking a more flexible lifestyle, substitute teaching offers a unique set of rewards. From flexible scheduling to meaningful connections, it’s a role that fits a variety of life… Read more »