Many school districts around central Illinois are struggling to find substitute teachers.

Adam Ibbotson, Superintendent of Maroa-Forsyth Schools explains they are no different regarding this issue. He says while they have a good pool of subs, there is always a need for more. 

According to Ibbotson, potential subs need to reach out to the regional office of education, and they will help with the process of becoming licensed to be a substitute teacher or paraprofessional. 

The burning question for many potential subs is: what is the pay? Ibbotson states the base pay is $115 per day, and you can choose which grades you're comfortable with teaching. 

The need for subs doesn't just revolve around teachers being sick. Ibbotson notes there are a number of reasons teachers are out, some of them are even scheduled. 

If you are interested in answering the call and becoming a substitute teacher, get more info at mfschools.net or call your regional office of education.