Imagine being a high school student and in walks your substitute teacher for the day and he looks very similar to someone you just saw on the movie screen the weekend before. Well, some students in Lawerence may experience just that, but it’s not a look alike, it’s the real deal. Meet Keith Loneker — actor,… Read more »
Posts Tagged: Kansas
5 Ways to Celebrate Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week
Honor the substitutes in your district May 2-9 Substitute teachers make an incredible impact on our children’s education. In fact, one full year of a child’s K-12 education is taught by substitute teachers, according to the Substitute Teaching Institute at Utah State University. In recognition of all they do, schools across the country will celebrate… Read more »
Sub of the Month – March 2016
Barb grew up in Overland Park, Kansas and attended Kansas State University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Health Education. After college, she had a great opportunity to go to work for Southwestern Bell Telephone, which is where she had worked for 2 summers during her junior and senior years of college. While… Read more »
Sub of the Month – February 2016
The MHED Team would like to congratulate our February Sub of the Month Anne Martin! Congratulations to Anne Martin, MHED February 2016 Sub of the Month! Anne has been a substitute teacher with MHED since July of 2014. She has taken on many long term assignments as well as been a highly requested substitute… Read more »
With Teacher Shortages, Subs More Important Than Ever
With multiple states across the nation experiencing teacher shortages, substitute teachers are more in-demand than ever. According to Frontline Technologies, 62 percent of districts surveyed have a problem finding enough applicants for open positions. Opinions vary on what is causing the shortage — slashed budgets, low enrollment in teacher training programs, low pay — and… Read more »
Differences Between Substitute Teacher Licenses
If you are thinking of becoming a substitute teacher in Kansas or Missouri, there are a few requirements you must meet before you can begin your new career. Besides passing a background check and having the proper education, you will need to obtain one of the substitute teaching licenses required by each state. But… Read more »
3 Big Reasons Professional Development is Vital for Substitute Teachers
Educators spend years in the classroom preparing for their profession. So the thought of additional education can irk some teachers. Though continuing your education can be a time-consuming endeavor, it is extremely important — not only for your career but for your students as well. More Available Jobs Substitute teaching can offer a flexible… Read more »
Get to Know the MHED Staff
Ashley Peterson Substitute Staffing Specialist As a former teacher, Ashley Peterson knows what it takes to work in education. Her educator background gives her unique insight into the needs of districts and substitutes alike. “Having been in the classroom for a number of years, I am able to act proactively to address the needs… Read more »
How to Become a Substitute Teacher
People become substitute teachers for a variety of reasons. If you’re thinking about starting a teaching career, substituting can be a great way to find out if the profession is for you. If you enjoy working with children and are looking to supplement your income, substitute teaching can provide a flexible way to do… Read more »