Shortages in the workforce abound. The nation is seeking retail worker of all sorts, truck and bus drivers as well as teachers. And we are just talking regular full time classroom instructors. One of the biggest voids which exists right now is in the area of substitute teachers.
Some states are going to extraordinary lengths. Last week the Washington Post ran a piece on who states are turning to with regard to finding subs. New Mexico is asking for volunteers from state employees and the National Guard. Yes, the National Guard!!! In Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker made 250 National Guard personnel available to drive school buses.
That's not all. Some schools are using principals, parents and school board members to fill shortages in the classroom, lunch line along with performing janitorial duties.
There may ultimately be an upside to all of this. Down the line maybe the personnel shortages in all aspects of education will prove beneficial. Perhaps, and just perhaps, others will witness the dedication and background needed to be a great educator and do something about inspiring others to become teachers.
Thanks, Dick
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