Q: Can’t anyone do this job?
A: No. It’s not for everyone. It can be challenging and exhausting – but also rewarding. We only hire serious people with professional attitudes that we can trust to work with children.
If you:
- Are afraid of the words “Cross-cultural perspective”
- Must have everything your way
- Have a Phd. and insist that everyone call you “Doctor”
- Like to talk more than you listen
- Like to rearrange other teacher’s desks
- Don’t understand why we’re asking for so much info
- Hate to take the time to “read the room”
- Hate solving problems
- Always “take the bait”
- Like to share TMI
- Are inflexible
- Think Hamlet would have made an excellent sub
- Hate variety
- Hate following lesson plans
- Hate kids
- Think subbing is a breeze
- Always arrive late
…Then we don’t have a future…and you can go work for the other guys.
Q: Do I need a CA Teaching Permit or Credential?
A: Not required – but very helpful. Many of our client schools require a BA and relevant teaching experience. The rest require a CA Teaching Credential or 30-Day Sub Permit. No sub permit? We’ll advise you and reimburse you for getting one!
Q: How can I get hired by TOR?
A: Apply, interview, onboard – and you’re in. The quickest anyone has been made active is in one day…but it usually takes about a week. We hire year-round, based on the needs of our client schools.
Q: What if I haven’t completed my BA?
A: K-12 teachers must have a Bachelor’s degree. Preschool teachers must have at least 12 Child Development Units.
Q: Are you a school district?
A: No.
Q: I worked for a district before and all I had to do was sign up.
A: We’re not a school district. We don’t just “add people to the list.”
Q: How often will I work?
A: We can’t guarantee how often you’ll work. Subbing is unpredictable and much depends on your classroom success. If you’re a great sub, schools will ask for you by name – it doesn’t go unnoticed! We’ll notice too. Teaching and communicating like a pro makes you a trusted “go to” employee.
Q: What’s the average amount of work I can expect?
A: Understandably, we get this one a lot. Unfortunately, this question is impossible to answer accurately. Each teacher has a unique profile: grades, subjects, locations, teaching style and schedule.
Q: Can I set my own schedule?
A: Yes. You tell us when you’re available and when you’re not. You can update us at any time. If you accept a job we expect you to show up – that’s what it’s all about!
Q: How much will I get paid?
A: Wages vary depending on grade level and credentials required for the assignment. We’ll give you all the details before we make a job offer.
Q: How often will I get paid?
A: Paychecks go out every week.
Q: How far will I be required to travel?
A: That depends on you. You tell us how far you are willing to travel. The more you can travel, the more you can work.
Q: When do I report my availability?
A: By noon each Wednesday and ASAP whenever there’s a change.
Q: How can I get long-term assignments?
A: Do an excellent job. Teachers now on long-terms were requested by satisfied schools after getting acquainted during shorter assignments.
Q: Could this lead to a permanent position?
A: Yep. Happens throughout the school year.
Post-Application FAQ
Q: How can I add new info to my application?
A:
- Sign in as a Returning User.
- Click 'Check Application Status and/or Update Profile.’
- Under 'Contact Information' or 'Addendum' click 'Change.'
- Enter your update and click 'Save.'
Q: I submitted my application. What’s next?
A: We’ll review your application and get back to you ASAP. We do our level best to respond to every application.
Q: I didn't upload some of the requested documents. What should I do now?
A: Documents are NOT required at the application stage.
Q: Do I have to be fingerprinted and/or TB-tested at this time?
A: No. Only after a job offer is accepted.
Q: I submitted an application previously. How can I ask to be reconsidered?
A:
- Sign in as a Returning User
- Click 'Check Application Status and/or Update Profile'
- Under 'Addendum' click 'Change.'
- Enter this text: "As of [today's date, including year], I request that my previous application be reconsidered."
- Click 'Save.'
- Then, send an email to recruiter@teachersonreserve.com stating the same.
Q: I didn’t get hired. Why do you think I’m a bad teacher?
A: It’s definitely not that. It’s usually a geographical thing. Either we’re fully staffed in your area (or area of expertise) or jobs are a currently sparse in your area (or area of expertise). If that changes, we’ll reach out.
