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Qualifications

 
 
In order to be a Substitute you must meet the following requirements:

  • Submit an online application
    • The application must be completed with all required information; a minimum of 3 professional references and uploading a college transcript
  • Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED (Copies of the diploma or GED are required if a college transcript is not provided.)
  • College graduates must provide copies of college transcripts that indicate degree earned and date awarded)
  • Applicants must be at least 22 years of age for middle and high school assignments and at least 18 years of age for elementary only.
  • Attend Orientation (dates are listed in the Mandatory Orientation section)

  • Must pass a Criminal History Investigation through a name-based TxDPS check and be uploaded for fingerprints through the Texas Education Agency 
    • If you've already been fingerprinted through another Texas public school you will not need to be fingerprinted again
    • If not, SISD will start the process in order for you to be fingerprinted and it will be at your own expense (~$50)