📣Have you ever wondered what it’s REALLY like to be a substitute teacher?

In this video, we’re uncovering the truth about substitute teaching—the challenges, the benefits, and how it can actually launch your career in education.

Whether you’re looking for a flexible side hustle, exploring different grade levels, or considering a full-time teaching career, substitute teaching could be your gateway into education. I’ll walk you through:

✅ What substitute teachers REALLY do day-to-day
✅ The pros and cons of being a sub
✅ Certification and licensing requirements (by state)
✅ How subbing can lead to a permanent teaching career
✅ Tips for succeeding as a substitute teacher

With teacher shortages across the U.S., schools NEED substitute teachers more than ever. From short-term roles to long-term placements, there’s a path for every aspiring educator.

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🔎 CHAPTERS 🔎

0:00 Intro — Why Substitute Teaching Matters
0:58 Teacher Shortages and Rising Demand
1:28 Where Jobs Are: Regional Differences
1:52 Flexibility: Short-Term, Long-Term, Permanent Subs
2:07 What Subs Gain: Variety and Growth
2:24 Challenges: Pay, Authority, Coverage Gaps
2:43 Minimum Requirements and Certification Basics
3:01 Praxis Exams and Sub Certificate Programs
3:27 Turning Subbing into Full-Time Teaching
4:01 Alternative Certification Paths Overview
4:44 Paraprofessional-to-Teacher Programs
5:00 Fellowships (Fast-Track to the Classroom)
5:16 Apprenticeships and First-Year Induction
5:56 What Subs Actually Do (K-12)
6:28 Skills Schools Value: Dependability, Communication, Teamwork
7:18 How to Get Started (State/District Steps)
7:44 Requirements by State — Interactive Map
7:58 Choosing Grade Levels and Availability
8:15 Closing — Impact, Next Steps, and Call to A