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SALT LAKE CITY — Granite School District has joined other districts offering a new incentive for substitute teachers to combat a shortage in the community.
The district will offer hourly subs who complete at least five jobs in one month a $50 bonus; those who complete at least 10 jobs in a month will get a $100 bonus; and those who complete at least 15 jobs in one month will receive a $150 bonus, district officials said in a news release.
"We are always exploring options to ensure we deliver on what students and staff need," Granite School District Superintendent Richard Nye said in a statement.
"I implore anyone who has even considered the job of a substitute teacher to take a look at all Granite has to offer," he added.
The bonus pay begins for qualifying substitute teachers starting in November and includes jobs completed in October. The bonus pay will be available each month for the rest of the 2021-22 school year, according to the release.
Jordan School District earlier this month announced is offering up to $500 on top of normal daily wages in an effort to entice more people to try teaching.
Administrators in that district say the pandemic took a toll on teachers last year and this year they're working to reduce learning losses due to the disruption it caused.
