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  It’s important for teachers to keep their skills sharp. Staying ahead of innovative teaching techniques is not only vital for your career, it improves the education of your students. There are a lot of terrific books out there to help you in the classroom. Here are 5 of our favorites:     The Freedom… Read more »

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  It doesn’t take long for people to form an opinion of you. That’s why making a good first impression is so crucial. This is especially true for substitute teachers. When school administrators, teachers, and staff gain a positive first impression of you, you are more likely to be asked back, leading to more consistent… Read more »

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  Facebook isn’t just a place to keep up with your friends anymore. It can also be a wonderful resource for your career as a Substitute Teacher. There are a slew of pages focused solely on teachers where you can gain new ideas, helpful teaching tips, and free classroom resources. Here are 6 of our… Read more »

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Amber has been a substitute teacher with MHED for a little over a year.  She subs in Bonner, DeSoto, Eudora and KCK.  She subs in all grade levels but loves the middle school students as well as students with special needs. When her children were young, Amber decided to go back to college and get… Read more »

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  “STRIIIIIIIIIIIIIKE ONE!”  How many times have you heard those words? “STEEEEEEERIKE TWO!”  Those words make you a little more nervous.  But really, how many times have you wondered who is the person reminding you of your status with those stressful words? Meet David Teater, one of our MHED substitute teachers. David is a NCAA/NAIA/NFHS… Read more »

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Becky Farabi joined MHED about a year ago, but has been an educator for over 35 years. “I started as a Special Education teacher in the Independence, Missouri School District,” Becky said. “After a few years, I decided I wanted to focus on the teaching of reading, so I worked as a Title I Remedial Reading… Read more »

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  When unsafe lead levels poisoned the water in Flint, MI, Tarence Maddox knew he needed to do something. So, he helped take 48,000 pounds of clean water to the beleaguered city. “I will never forget the looks on the residents’ faces who thanked us as we took water door to door,” Maddow said. “I… Read more »

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Congratulations to our January Sub of the Month Terence Wilson, Jr! Terence began substitute teaching about two years ago because of his desire to work with children. “I love children and the flexibility to work with so many students at a time,” Terence said. His goal is to be a role model and encourage his… Read more »

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Carol began substitute teaching 11 years ago because of her love for children and teaching. “I realize how important education is in opening doors for children and youth,” she said. “I’m a former literacy aide and have always had, and continue to have, a desire to learn.” As a substitute, her goal is to be… Read more »