Honoring our educators.
We are beyond grateful for our educators and support staff who work each day to provide students with the possibility for a better future. To express our gratitude, Kelly Education and our school district partners come together each year to recognize the outstanding contributions that our employees bring to our nation's schools and students.
We recognize that creating a solid education experience goes beyond the walls of a classroom. It is an entire academic experience, and each of our education employees makes important contributions to the students and education communities they serve. To honor the important work of these employees, our annual Substitute Educator of the Year program recognizes the amazing people who are making a difference in substitute teacher and paraeducator roles.
New in 2026, we are expanding our program in partnership with Kelly Pediatric Therapy™ to recognize excellence via Provider of the Year awards in two categories: Pediatric Behavioral Therapist and Related Services Pediatric Therapist (OT, PT, Speech).
Making a profound impact.
Kelly Education believes in supporting exceptional substitute teachers and paraeducators. Our annual Substitute Educator of the Year program is just one way we do it.
$
5K
Awarded
as bonus to each winner
$
1500
Donated
to a school where winners work
350
+
Educators
nominated in 2025About the award program.
Kelly Education partners with our school districts across the country to recognize educators who truly stand out and are making a notable impact. School faculty nominate outstanding Kelly employees by providing two thoughtful recommendation letters and a video that showcases the ways in which our educators go above and beyond.
- Exceeding their daily professional responsibilities.
- Demonstrating outstanding teaching methods that result in significant student progress.
- Tailoring teaching approaches to meet the needs of students.
- Employing creative techniques to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Boosting students' self-confidence and encourages a positive attitude towards learning.
- Goes above and beyond to support students' academic and personal growth.
- Demonstrating patience and perseverance when working with students.
- Maintaining a positive and enthusiastic demeanor that encourages a love of learning.
- Following lessons plans, leaving good notes, and deploying strong classroom management techniques.
Nominations are due on March 20, 2026.
This year, one winner in the Substitute Teacher and Paraeducator categories will each receive a $5,000 bonus, plus an additional $1,500 to donate to the school of their choice within a school district or center they are servicing.
Additionally, one runner-up in the Substitute Teacher and Paraeducator categories will each receive a $1,000 bonus, plus an additional $500 to donate to the school of their choice within a school district or center they are servicing.
Winners are announced during Teacher Appreciation Week May 4-8, 2026.
This is a recognition program we take seriously as we fully appreciate the commitment our employees make to both the educational communities they serve as well as Kelly Education.
Congratulations to our 2025 winners!
Irvin Sutton
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Jordyn Solomon
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ShiAnn Santiago
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Gulzar Pabani
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