The Substitute Scoop
Your go-to podcast for everything happening in the world of K-12 substitute management. From fill rates and forecasting to recruitment strategies and retention best practices, The Substitute Scoop dives deep into the trends, challenges, and innovations shaping how schools manage substitute staffing. Each episode features insights from district leaders, HR pros, and education experts who are tackling the evolving needs of today’s workforce. Whether you’re in HR, school leadership, or edtech, this is your inside track to smarter sub management. Stay tuned, stay informed, and never miss a beat when it comes to keeping classrooms covered.
Episodes
How can districts transform substitute teaching from a temporary role into a meaningful career pathway? In this episode, we discuss how to create an environment where substitute teachers feel a sense of exploration and possibility in their future. We’ll also cover strategies to optimize the substitute program experience, strengthen district culture, and open doors for long-term growth.
How do districts build a substitute pool that’s not just large, but effective? In this episode, The Substitute Scoop sits down with Sean Petro, Assistant Chief HR Officer at Columbia County Schools in Georgia, to explore how his team takes a thoughtful, strategic approach to substitute placement. Sean shares how the district maintains a dynamic sub pool and leverages selectiveness, detail, and data to ensure substitutes are matched...
In this episode, The Substitute Scoop explores what it takes to build the ideal guest teacher experience from the moment they walk through the doors to the end of a successful day in the classroom. Hear how Crete Monee School District supports and empowers their substitute teachers, ensuring every guest teacher feels prepared, valued, and ready to excel.
A conversation with the Substitute Management Advisory Council's 2025 Substitute Manager of the Year Winner. Learn how Justine Michaud has been so successful with substitute management at Lake County Schools.
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