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Board flags substitute‑teacher shortage, to convene committee on recruitment and pay
Summary
Board members described an ongoing shortage of substitute teachers, discussed possible pay increases and apps to streamline sign‑up, and agreed to convene a committee to produce recommendations to address coverage gaps.
A board member told the Scobey K-12 Schools board that the district’s substitute‑teacher shortage needs immediate attention and proposed forming a committee to assess causes and options, including potential pay changes.
“We're gonna really have to address that as a board,” the board member said, noting uncertainty whether pay would solve the issue and saying the board would contact substitutes on the list to confirm availability. Members discussed removing long‑inactive names from the substitute roster and revisiting an app used previously to sign substitutes up.
Board members suggested short‑term and longer‑term options: better outreach to potential subs, considering additional compensation and reviewing scheduling practices. One member recommended collecting notes on who has been contacted and what the barriers are so the committee can present clear options at a future meeting.
The board did not vote on pay changes during the meeting but agreed to schedule a committee meeting to investigate options and report back to the full board.
