Re: ??What is the best way to get into sub teaching? KCMO

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Yes, there is an automated system that's used when teachers call
in sick, but teachers can also request a particular sub if they
know of the absence in advance. Also, I know some subs that
refuse to work for teachers who had left them empty handed with no
lesson plans, and that's OK. Our district really respects
substitutes. Good subs are really hard to find.

I believe that training sessions are held every month or so
depending on demand and sub turnover. Your district's
administration office could answer those questions more accurately.

Good Luck!

On 11/19/08, KCNEW wrote:
> related to subbing in this district, is there an automated system
> and are training sessions held throughout the year?
> thanks.
>
> On 11/08/08, Math Teacher wrote:
>> You'll need to go to the administration building and fill
>> out all of the necessary paperwork well in advance. The
>> subs in our district have to attend a couple of days of
>> training before they can work with children. They also had
>> to have the background check completed before they could
>> attend the training sessions. Those can take a while to get
>> back from the state unless someone in the district knows
>> someone who can expedite the process.
>>
>> Since you have a degree already, you will probably be in
>> high demand once you get started. You may want to decide
>> now to commit to only two or three days a week so that you
>> have time to study for grad school. Subs I know have said
>> how tough it is to schedule things because many times they
>> get called at the very last minute and just have to drop
>> everything and go. (that could be mid-day sometimes, too)
>>
>> Best Wishes!
>>
>>
>> On 11/05/08, aveith wrote:
>>> I have never sub'd before, but am wanting to start. I am
>>> degreed but not certified, however I am starting on my
>>> Masters in Education.
>>> I am located in the KC, north area, but will drive to teach
>>> anywhere in the Kansas City area. Any tips on how to get
>>> started would be greatly appreciated.
>>>
>>>
>>>

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