Montgomery County Public Schools are looking for answers to a shortage in substitute teachers.

Amid a “severe” shortage of substitute teachers, the Montgomery County school board is considering loosening requirements for fill-in instructors.

The school board has proposed a review of guidelines and requirements for hiring substitute teachers, exploring the possibility of hiring workers with less education or without certification.

SOURCE: https://bethesdamagazine.com/bethesda-beat/schools/montgomery-schools-looks-to-lower-requirements-for-substitute-teachers/