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Training a Nation of STEDI Ready Substitutes

A Map Of Our Impact

Each location on this map is a testament to our commitment to improving education. It highlights all the communities and schools we’re reaching with our high-quality substitute teacher training, helping to build a stronger and more reliable network of educators nationwide.

What Your Training Package Includes

We have substitute training packages to fit your learning style and help you advance your career.

Our History

Founded in 1995, the Substitute Teaching Institute at Utah State University (STI/USU) became the national leader in providing training and resources to improve substitute teaching, even receiving federal recognition. In 2008, STI/USU was dissolved, and its mission, materials, and services were officially transferred to STEDI.org, which continues the work of improving substitute teaching nationwide.

Our Mission

STEDI.org is revolutionizing the role of substitute teachers into an opportunity of educational excellence by assisting school districts in recruiting, training, and retaining quality substitute teachers.

What We Do

Founded as the Substitute Teaching Institute at Utah State University in 1995, STEDI.org provides research-based training materials and services designed to improve student achievement when students are taught by a substitute teacher and to assist those who manage substitute teachers. STEDI.org has forged ahead implementing research-based practices to improve recruiting, training, and retention efforts in school districts

How We Do It

STEDI.org trains substitute teachers primarily through its comprehensive 8-hour online SubSkills™ Training Course. This program focuses on classroom management and professional techniques, with trainees earning a SubDiploma upon successfully completing the course and passing the online assessment.

See What Other Substitutes Are Saying

"Thank you to all the contributors for this course. It is well designed and easy to follow. Thank you for all the strategies with handling behavior and the various skills needed. For this section, knowing what to take in your sub pack is vital for having a successful day and overcoming any shortfall.”

"I just took the Advanced Classroom Management class. It is wonderful! Really grateful the the tools I gained from this course."

"The course was very interesting and helpful. It made me imagine myself in the classroom."