How To Become A Substitute Teacher: Step-by-Step

Here is how to become a substitute teacher: the step-by-step process of how I applied and was hired as a sub.

I was a substitute teacher from April 2019- March 2020 (when schools closed because of the virus). I subbed for grades 5-12 for all subjects, general and special education.

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[marciedawson]

This video is a breath of fresh air. I'm trying to become a Sub for the 2021-2022 school year. I have been speaking with a friend who is a sub and both her and this video with Brianna have been quite helpful.

[LukeSky]

Its interesting to see the difference between states. I live in California and its a bit different. You can sub while you're in college, but you have to have at least 90 units. And a lot more money is involved you have to pay like 100$ to get your permit and then another like 50$ for fingerprints. The hiring process is pretty similar, for me it was quite quick, but I did have an interview. Also we don't have to do observations; I did those when I was an undergrad but only because I was studying to become a teacher. Also there is a whole bunch of paper work that must be done which was annoying. Thanks for the video its nice to hear how other states do it since California is quite strict for becoming a teacher.

[aprilenelly]

Thank you for this! I applied to DISD and am just waiting to do the orientation hoping I get hired! Please send good vibes/prayers!

[HappyMomma]

I like the cacti in your background. Peace and blessings to you!

[archiecook]

Yeah this sounds pretty similar to my process of becoming a sub, except the districts I work for didn't do the orientation and because I'm already a certified teacher (just graduated from a college teaching program) I didn't have to do observation hours.

[ranyaa]

Hi Brianna... thank you for the valuable information. 1) Are the CBEST and CSET tests timed? 2) Are the tests taken in-person or can they be taken online at home?

[KayGeanna]

Do you think becoming a Sub boosted your resume & will give you an advantage for becoming a teacher?

[abc]

Love your videos. They are very useful since my overall goal is to become a School Psychologist. Kepp up the great content.

[uzmarazi]

Hi Briana, I submitted my online application and resume after that the school district ask me to go for finger print and they also send me the other paper work to fill out like W4 form, Health form to be signed by a physician and direct deposit paper. I couldn’t understand that why they are sending me all these paperwork before an interview or hiring.

[margothtovar]

Hi!! I love ur videos and thank you for all the information. How did you schedule the observation hours? Do you just call any school or they pick the school?

[padma]

Hi.can u provide the link for texas s ub teacher

[neekaah]

How to u application for substitute certification??

[alexandriabrown]

Hey Brianna, how’s your resume look?l when you applied to this job? I’m working on one, however its not the easiest thing right now.

[bugnut]

I looked it up and got shot down on step 1! ( have a BA degree) Oh well.

[marcmeinzer]

As an eight year teacher from the ‘eighties I would not recommend substitute teaching with the possible exception of either big city high schools where they would permit you to cover the same building all of the time or else possibly either Catholic or Lutheran or Episcopalian high schools, again if they’re looking for a building substitute. There’s a fairly large Episcopalian school system in Honolulu, Hawaii which might be tolerable as well as a scattering of others throughout the country although far fewer than what the Lutherans have. I would avoid suburban public schools owing to the hideous helicopter parents and all of the attendant spoiled brats who can do no wrong. In other words if anything goes wrong then it’s automatically your fault since teachers can be gotten rid of as opposed to the parents and the kids who typically cannot be expelled or whatever unless they bring weapons to school. If all they do is beat you up with their fists such outrages are not even taken seriously anymore so good luck if you’re naive enough to even try.