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Substitute teachers, unions press SFUSD over Red Rover problems and benefits access
Summary
Substitute educators, union leaders and principals told the board that the new Red Rover substitute-management platform is failing veteran substitutes, blocking sick-leave access and contributing to loss of health benefits, and announced plans for organized actions to press for fixes and better staffing practices.
Dozens of substitute teachers, administrators and union representatives told the San Francisco Board of Education that the district's implementation of the Red Rover substitute-management platform and a surge in uncredentialed hires have left veteran substitutes struggling to find work and unable to access earned sick time and benefits.
"Red Rover is not working," said multiple speakers, including long-time substitutes who said they now compete with a larger pool…
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