Core Insights - Kelly Education is expanding its commitment to substitute teacher development in Virginia with the launch of the Kelly Education Learning Pathways™ platform, which aims to equip substitute educators with essential skills and confidence for classroom success [1][2][3] - The platform offers three levels of training: Essential, Enhanced, and Exemplary, designed to create a more effective substitute teaching workforce [1][2] - During the 2023–24 school year, Kelly Education filled 5.2 million substitute educator positions, showcasing its dedication to supporting schools and students nationwide [2] Training and Curriculum - Virginia law mandates that substitute teachers receive orientation and training, which Kelly Education's Learning Pathways will fulfill, leveraging over 26 years of expertise [3] - The curriculum focuses on key areas such as classroom management, instructional strategies, and student engagement practices to enhance the quality of substitute teaching [7] - Additional courses and modules will be available for purchase, allowing educators to refine their skills further [4] Benefits for School Districts - The Learning Pathways platform provides a customizable curriculum aimed at improving recruitment and retention of substitute teachers, making districts more attractive to educators [8] - School and district leaders can benefit from a data-driven learning platform that includes performance monitoring and reporting to track training completion and return on investment [8] - By enhancing substitute teacher training, districts can achieve significant time and cost savings while improving the overall quality and stability of education [4]