Supporting Your Substitute Staffing Needs
STARS (Substitute Training & Recruiting Services) was created to help Western New York school districts address the ongoing challenges of recruiting and preparing qualified substitute staff. Developed in collaboration with an advisory committee of school district administrators, human resources professionals, and school business officials, STARS was built to meet the real-world needs of districts while supporting both immediate staffing demands and long-term workforce goals.
Choose the Service Level That's Right for Your District
Every district has unique substitute staffing needs, which is why STARS offers two levels of service. Whether you're looking to expand your substitute applicant pool through targeted recruitment and online training or need comprehensive applicant vetting, onboarding support, and in-person professional development, STARS provides flexible solutions designed to meet your district's goals. Explore the service levels below to determine which option is the best fit for your district.
Explore Our Service Levels
- STARS – Substitute Training and Recruiting Services - Level 1 - Marketing & Online Training
- STARS – Substitute Training and Recruiting Services - Level 2 - STARS 360: Vetting & In-Person Training
STARS – Substitute Training and Recruiting Services - Level 1 - Marketing & Online Training
STARS – Substitute Training and Recruiting Services - Level 2 - STARS 360: Vetting & In-Person Training
Why Partner with STARS?
STARS is more than a recruitment service—it's a partnership designed to help your district build and maintain a strong substitute workforce. Whether you choose Level 1 or STARS 360, you'll receive support tailored to your district's staffing needs.
✔ Flexible Service Options – Choose the level of support that best fits your district's hiring process and staffing goals.
✔ Expanded Recruitment Efforts – Increase your district's visibility through regional job fairs, digital marketing, and outreach to prospective substitute candidates.
✔ Reduced Administrative Burden – Save valuable time by allowing STARS to assist with recruitment, applicant communication, screening, onboarding, and training.
✔ Well-Prepared Substitutes – Provide substitutes with professional development designed to build confidence and classroom readiness.
✔ Experienced BOCES Support – Partner with a team that understands the unique staffing needs of Western New York school districts.
✔ Seamless System Integration – For districts utilizing Frontline Absence Management or Red Rover through Erie 1 BOCES, STARS 360 can coordinate the entry of newly hired substitutes into your absence management system for a more streamlined onboarding process.
