Schools Q&A

Who employs the substitutes?

Teachers Now employs the substitutes working in your school or district, so you don’t have to handle taxes, payroll, unemployment claims, workers comp, etc. Teachers Now recruits new substitutes for day-to-day jobs as well as any long-term needs you may have.

How does Teachers Now recruit substitutes?

We utilize a variety of methods to recruit additional substitutes, including job fairs, online resources, community partnerships, colleges and working with the district.

If we partner with Teachers Now, do you provide an automated system?

Our partnered schools will have 24/7 access to our online portal alone with a dedicated  Program Specialist to assist with daily operational needs.

Does Teachers Now run background checks on their substitutes?

Yes, we run background checks annually. We also abide by all additional state screening and licensing requirements.

What kind of Training do Teachers Now employees receive?

Teachers Now offers comprehensive training courses that substitutes must complete before beginning work. We provide both in-person and online training sessions, as well as monthly orientations and professional development courses. Our programs are designed to enhance skills in key areas such as special education, student growth and achievement, diversity awareness, and bullying prevention.