Kelly Education Celebrates Excellence in Education with Annual Educator of the Year Award
Kelly Education (KELYA) has announced the winners of its annual Educator of the Year Award, recognizing outstanding substitute educators, tutors, and school support staff. The winners, who each received a $5,000 bonus and the ability to donate $1,500 to a school of their choice, include:
- Irvin Sutton: K-12 Substitute Teacher from Baltimore, former postal worker since 2009 - Jordyn Solomon: Paraeducator from Old Bridge, NJ - Gulzar Pabani: Early Childhood Substitute Educator from Orlando, FL - ShiAnn Santiago: Tutor from Bridgeton, NJ
The awards, announced during Teacher Appreciation Week, honor educators who demonstrate exceptional dedication and impact in their educational communities. Recipients must be actively employed with Kelly Education and receive recommendations from school staff members.
Kelly Education (KELYA) ha annunciato i vincitori del suo premio annuale Educatore dell'Anno, che riconosce insegnanti supplenti, tutor e personale di supporto scolastico eccezionali. I vincitori, che hanno ricevuto un bonus di 5.000 $ e la possibilità di donare 1.500 $ a una scuola a loro scelta, sono:
- Irvin Sutton: insegnante supplente K-12 di Baltimore, ex postino dal 2009
- Jordyn Solomon: paraeducatore di Old Bridge, NJ
- Gulzar Pabani: educatore supplente per la prima infanzia di Orlando, FL
- ShiAnn Santiago: tutor di Bridgeton, NJ
I premi, annunciati durante la Settimana di Apprezzamento degli Insegnanti, onorano educatori che dimostrano dedizione e impatto eccezionali nelle loro comunità educative. I destinatari devono essere attivamente impiegati con Kelly Education e ricevere raccomandazioni dal personale scolastico.
Kelly Education (KELYA) ha anunciado a los ganadores de su premio anual Educador del Año, que reconoce a educadores sustitutos, tutores y personal de apoyo escolar destacados. Los ganadores, que recibieron un bono de 5,000 $ y la posibilidad de donar 1,500 $ a una escuela de su elección, son:
- Irvin Sutton: maestro sustituto K-12 de Baltimore, ex trabajador postal desde 2009
- Jordyn Solomon: paraeducador de Old Bridge, NJ
- Gulzar Pabani: educador sustituto de primera infancia de Orlando, FL
- ShiAnn Santiago: tutor de Bridgeton, NJ
Los premios, anunciados durante la Semana de Apreciación al Maestro, honran a educadores que demuestran una dedicación e impacto excepcionales en sus comunidades educativas. Los recipientes deben estar empleados activamente con Kelly Education y recibir recomendaciones del personal escolar.
Kelly Education (KELYA)는 매년 실시하는 올해의 교육자 상 수상자를 발표했습니다. 이 상은 뛰어난 대체 교사, 튜터 및 학교 지원 직원을 인정하는 상입니다. 수상자들은 각각 5,000달러 보너스와 자신이 선택한 학교에 1,500달러를 기부할 수 있는 기회를 받았습니다. 수상자는 다음과 같습니다:
- Irvin Sutton: 볼티모어 출신 K-12 대체 교사, 2009년부터 우체국 직원 경력
- Jordyn Solomon: 뉴저지 올드 브리지의 보조 교육자
- Gulzar Pabani: 플로리다 올랜도의 유아 대체 교육자
- ShiAnn Santiago: 뉴저지 브리지턴의 튜터
이 상은 교사 감사 주간에 발표되었으며, 교육 공동체에서 뛰어난 헌신과 영향을 보여준 교육자를 기립니다. 수상자는 Kelly Education에 현재 근무 중이어야 하며 학교 직원의 추천을 받아야 합니다.
Kelly Education (KELYA) a annoncé les lauréats de son prix annuel de l'Éducateur de l'Année, qui récompense des enseignants suppléants, tuteurs et personnels de soutien scolaire exceptionnels. Les gagnants, qui ont chacun reçu un bonus de 5 000 $ ainsi que la possibilité de faire un don de 1 500 $ à une école de leur choix, sont :
- Irvin Sutton : enseignant suppléant K-12 de Baltimore, ancien employé postal depuis 2009
- Jordyn Solomon : paraéducateur d'Old Bridge, NJ
- Gulzar Pabani : éducateur suppléant en petite enfance d'Orlando, FL
- ShiAnn Santiago : tuteur de Bridgeton, NJ
Ces récompenses, annoncées lors de la Semaine d'Appréciation des Enseignants, honorent les éducateurs démontrant un dévouement et un impact exceptionnels au sein de leurs communautés éducatives. Les lauréats doivent être actuellement employés par Kelly Education et bénéficier de recommandations du personnel scolaire.
Kelly Education (KELYA) hat die Gewinner seines jährlichen Educator of the Year Awards bekannt gegeben, der herausragende Vertretungslehrer, Tutoren und Schulunterstützungspersonal auszeichnet. Die Gewinner, die jeweils einen Bonus von 5.000 $ sowie die Möglichkeit erhielten, 1.500 $ an eine Schule ihrer Wahl zu spenden, sind:
- Irvin Sutton: Vertretungslehrer K-12 aus Baltimore, ehemaliger Postangestellter seit 2009
- Jordyn Solomon: Paraeducator aus Old Bridge, NJ
- Gulzar Pabani: Frühkindlicher Vertretungslehrer aus Orlando, FL
- ShiAnn Santiago: Tutor aus Bridgeton, NJ
Die Auszeichnungen, die während der Lehrer-Wertschätzungswoche bekannt gegeben wurden, ehren Pädagogen, die außergewöhnliches Engagement und Einfluss in ihren Bildungsgemeinschaften zeigen. Die Empfänger müssen derzeit bei Kelly Education beschäftigt sein und Empfehlungen von Schulmitarbeitern vorweisen.
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Honoring the dedication of substitute educators and support staff who inspire and empower communities during Teacher Appreciation Week
TROY, Mich., May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kelly Education proudly announces the recipients of its annual Educator of the Year Award. This tradition highlights the outstanding contributions of substitute educators, tutors, and school support staff who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students, schools, and communities.
This year, the award recognizes individuals who embody passion, dedication, and a commitment to education. To be eligible for the honor, nominees must be actively employed with Kelly Education and recommended by school staff members who have witnessed their positive impact firsthand. Award winners each received a
Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education, shared her thoughts on the value of substitute educators, saying, “Educators possess a unique ability to ignite curiosity, instill confidence, and leave a lasting mark on the lives of students. Their dedication to creating continuity and inspiration in the classroom is a testament to the boundless potential of teaching.”
Meet this Year’s Inspiring Honorees
Irvin Sutton, K-12 Substitute Teacher, from Baltimore City, Maryland, became a substitute educator after retiring from the Postal Service in 2009. Sutton thrives in helping students discover their passions and connect them to what they’re learning. He has made such an impact on his students that he was recently asked to speak at a high school graduation ceremony for the class of 2025.
To current and inspiring substitute educators, Sutton offers valuable advice: take full advantage of the resources available, such as Kelly Education’s training webinars on insurance and retirement plans. “Planning for the future is essential to success as a substitute teacher,” Sutton emphasizes, highlighting the importance of preparation and growth in the profession.
Jordyn Solomon, Paraeducator, of Old Bridge, New Jersey, found the spark for her career path as close to home as one can get. Inspired by her mother, Solomon brings lessons from her upbringing to the classroom, working tirelessly to foster both academic and personal growth in her students. Solomon values the deep connections she builds with students and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in their success.
Her guiding principle is self-care, understanding that educators must prioritize their well-being to continue supporting others. “The flexibility Kelly Education offers has been critical in balancing my personal and professional life,” she explains.
Gulzar Pabani, Early Childhood Substitute Educator, from Orlando, FL, began teaching in India and has found her calling in helping young learners thrive. She said that when she started working in schools, it “felt like coming home.” She values opportunities to engage directly with parents, school officials, and colleagues, building the collaborative relationships that are so vital in education.
One moment that stood out for Pabani was being recommended for a teaching job by a former coworker who remembered her unwavering work ethic. “That recognition reminded me that even small contributions leave a lasting impact,” she notes.
ShiAnn Santiago, Tutor, of Bridgeton, New Jersey, believes tutoring is about creativity, resilience, and a commitment to unlocking student success. The challenges of teaching motivate her to remain sharp and innovative, always finding new ways to help students overcome obstacles.
Her advice for new tutors? “Be present, persistent, and proactive. Take the time to know your students and understand what they need to succeed.” Santiago credits these qualities, along with the support of her peers and professional network, for enabling her to make a meaningful difference.
This Teacher Appreciation Week, Kelly Education encourages everyone to reflect on the profound impact educators have on shaping the future.
To learn more about the 2025 honorees, visit kellyeducation.com.
About Kelly Education
Kelly Education powers the future of learning through customized workforce solutions, including hiring and recruiting, business management, professional development, academic and well-being support across the full continuum of education––from PreK-12, special education, and therapeutic services to executive search and beyond. Kelly Education is a business of Kelly (Nasdaq: KELYA, KELYB), a global workforce solutions provider that connects businesses and individuals with limitless opportunities through meaningful work. Learn more at kellyeducation.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
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