Parents stepping in as substitute teachers as school districts struggle with staffing concerns
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. (KMOV.com) -- When Donna Roder last taught in the classroom there were no computers and definitely no Zoom lesson plans. But this year, she returned to help ensure her kidsâ district could continue in-person learning. âWith COVID hitting and the staffing issues in schools, it kind of made sense,â said Roder, a Rockwood parent and substitute teacher at Selvidge Middle School. She taught 20 years ago but returned to teaching as the State of Missouri experienced a shortage of substitute teachers starting back in March. âIn April alone, we certifie...
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