Have you ever spent hundreds of dollars on Indeed and other job boards (not to mention the hours spent in interviews) only for your newly hired teacher to leave after one week? It's frustrating, not to mention costly. We understand how challenging it can be to find the right fit for your program, so we've developed a unique solution that can save you both time and money.
From the beginning, Upkid has helped childcare programs find qualified substitute teachers who are background checked and trained. And today, we are releasing a new feature in our platform that reduces recruiting costs. Upkid now lets childcare programs post long-term shifts that last between 3 to 6 months.
At Upkid, we offer a different approach to ECE teacher hiring. Instead of committing to a new teacher up front, you can hire a few substitutes interested in long-term work. This way, you get to try out a teacher before committing to hiring them. Additionally, we are discounting our normal sub rate by 30% to ensure you the costs work for our centers.
Upkid's Long-term Subs help create a more stable environment for your staff and the children in your care by providing access to dependable substitute providers for extended periods. Refrain from scrambling to fill gaps in your schedule.
Upkid is dedicated to helping Centers find suitable substitutes for their classrooms. With our Long-term Subs feature, you can try out a teacher or sub for a more extended period (1-3 months or more) to see if they are a good fit for your business.
Finding the perfect candidate takes time, so we allow you to treat this trial period as a way to gauge if the teacher is a good fit for your program. We require a certain number of hours for the teacher to work through Upkid at your program, but this will give you enough time to evaluate their teaching style, approach to children, and overall fit with your team.
Our process is simple. You create a profile, post your job opening, and review potential candidates. Once you find someone who could be a good fit, you can interview them and invite them to work as a substitute through Upkid.
What are long-term shifts?
Long-term placement is a hiring option through Upkid where you can hire a substitute teacher who is interested in long-term work, essentially trying out a teacher before committing to hiring them. This approach allows you to evaluate the teacher's fit with your program before making a long-term commitment. The length of the placement is entirely up to you.
Is it one teacher or multiple teachers?
With Upkid's long-term subs, you have the flexibility to hire one or multiple teachers as substitutes. You can evaluate each teacher's fit with your program before making any full-time commitments.
How much does it cost?
Upkid's long-term placement option is designed to save you money. We do require a certain number of hours for the teacher to work through Upkid at your program, but the cost is often lower than hiring a full-time teacher upfront. Our pricing is competitive and varies depending on your program's needs.
How does this save me money?
By hiring substitutes through Upkid's long-term placement option, you can save money on job board fees, interview time, and training costs. You'll also avoid the cost of hiring a full-time teacher upfront, only to have them leave after a week. With Upkid, you get to try out a teacher before committing to a full-time hire, reducing the risk of turnover.
How do I convert somebody to full time after Upkid?
If you've found a teacher who is a great fit for your program, you can convert them to full-time status by offering them a position at your program. Upkid can help facilitate this process, but ultimately it's up to you to make the offer.
Why I do this?
Upkid's long-term placement option allows you to try out a teacher before making a long-term commitment. This approach can save you time and money, and reduce the risk of turnover. You'll have the opportunity to evaluate each teacher's fit with your program before making a hiring decision, which can lead to a more successful long-term placement.
What if I don't like the teacher we hired for a long-term shift?
If you don't think a teacher is a good fit for your program, you can end the long-term placement and hire a different substitute through Upkid. We understand that finding the right fit for your program is crucial, and we're committed to helping you find the perfect candidate.
By using Upkid, you can save hundreds of dollars in job board fees, interview time, and training costs. You'll have more time to focus on your program's success rather than spending your energy and resources on hiring and onboarding new teachers who may not stick around.
Finding the right teacher for your program is crucial for success, and we're committed to helping you do just that. Sign up for Upkid today and see the difference it can make for your program. Post a shift here to get started!
If you have any questions or want to learn more about our Long-term subs, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are always here to help.
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