Teacher Appreciation Week #Thank a Teacher, with a photo of Kaitlyn Wright and her class

Kent County Public Schools is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, recognizing the important role our educators play in children's lives. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10, with Tuesday, May 7 being recognized as National Teacher Day.

"During Teacher Appreciation Week, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the teachers who dedicate themselves to shaping minds and nurturing spirits," said Dr. Karen Couch, superintendent of Kent County Public Schools. "Your unwavering commitment, passion and creativity empower students to reach their full potential and inspire a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are deeply thankful for the impact you make every day. Thank you for being champions of education and for shaping the future with your wisdom and guidance."

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Human Resources: Information for staff and prospective employees

The Board of Education appreciates your interest in serving as a substitute in Kent County Public Schools. As a substitute, you will be replacing a permanent employee on a daily, on-call basis.

Click here to learn more about available positions as a substitute.

Requirements and Pay

Requirements for being a substitute

• Be at least 18 years old to substitute in our elementary or middle schools and 21 years old to substitute in the high school.

• Have a high school diploma or GED.

Steps to becoming a substitute

1. Decide what type of substitute you want to become. You can be a substitute in a variety of areas, depending upon your qualifications. To become a substitute teacher or paraprofessional you must attend a half-day of observation.

2. Get fingerprinted for a criminal background check. Call the Office of Human Resources at 410-778-7140 or 410-778-3644 to schedule an appointment to be fingerprinted for a criminal background investigation. Fingerprinting is done at the Kent County Public Schools Central Office: 5608 Boundary Ave., Rock Hall. There is a fingerprint charge of $30.

What should I bring when I come for my fingerprint appointment? The day of your appointment you will need to bring:

• Payment for your fingerprint fee in the form of a check or money order. No cash please.

• A valid driver's license.

• A completed substitute employment application — including a copy of your transcripts or degree, if you hold a bachelor's degree or higher — and a voided check for direct deposit.

Your picture will be taken this day for an identification badge. Please come prepared.

3. Attend the substitute orientation class. Call Human Resources at 410-778-7140 or 410-778-3644 to schedule your attendance at the next substitute orientation class.

Substitute teacher training covers the following

• Equal employment opportunity

• Substitutes are important

• Roles and responsibilities of the substitute teacher

• Classroom management and discipline

• Need assistance, who do you ask?

• The daily routine

• Substitute teacher notification procedure – FrontLine

You do not need to attend the substitute orientation class if:

• You hold a valid standard teaching certificate from any state and have been in the classroom within the last five years or you hold a bachelor's degree or higher in education and have completed the student teaching requirements within the last five years.

• If you are being placed in a long-term substituting assignment.

Substitute pay rates

• Substitute Food Services $8.65/hour

• Substitute Custodian $9.46/hour

• Substitute Paraprofessional $68/day

• Substitute Registered Nurse $105/day

• Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Non-Degree) $83/day

• Substitute Teacher (Non-degree) $75/day

• Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Degree) $102/day

• Substitute Teacher (Degree) $88/day

• Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Certified) $120/day

• Substitute Teacher (Certified) $100/day