I am interested becoming a teacher, but wanted to try subbing before investing in getting a masters in teaching or any other teacher certifying program.
I have a BA in Economics and was a Resident Assistant in college.
Would the process to become a substitute take too long to even try?
This is for Virginia. I'm moving to Hawaii.
2006-07-26 06:33:59 · 9 answers · asked by johnny c. 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
It all depends on the state, school district, private/public school, etc. It's actually pretty easy to become a substitute teacher. Every school district is desperate for them. You don't have to rush to apply or anything. If you want to sub while you're still in VA, just go to your local district and apply. They'll tell you everything you'll need to do. If you want to do it in Hawaii, just wait until you get there and then apply to a few school districts in the area. They'll make you fill out a form, might have you do a background check, will ask for your transcripts, etc. In one school in PA, I could only sub as a teacher's aide (not a lot of money, but you get a good feeling of what the job entails) since I wasn't yet certified in that state. In OK, you don't have to be certified to substitute as a regular teacher, but you need at least a BA. However, you will make a slightly lower wage than someone who is certified.
FYI, you won't get called that much in August/September since school is just starting. Things start picking up in October. If you tell the school district you are willing to teach anything, you'll get called all the time (many subs won't do certain things like kindergarten, music, or gym). Once a school gets to know you, the principal or a teacher can even request you.
You may want to check into applying to be a building substitute. You work full time in the building and fill in whenever someone is out. Not all schools have them, but worth checking into since you'll get to check out all the rooms and see what you might be interested in teaching. Good luck!
2006-07-26 06:45:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well, here in NYS there is a continual shortage of substitute teachers. All you need is 60 credits of college to sub and your pay is dependent on the amount of education you have an whether or not you are a certified teacher. Here you would be able to start pretty quickly.
You should see if you can find any district websites for where you'll be moving to and see if they have job postings. If they do they usually will have the requirements to sub. Another place to look is the local paper--which you can also do on-line.
Just remember that subbing is, in my opinion, a lot harder than teaching and don't be frustrated if you're not really enjoying it. Make sure to talk to other teachers there about what it is like to teach and maybe even arrange to sit in on some of their classes.
Good Luck!
2006-07-26 08:43:21 · answer #2 · answered by crimson_aurora 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.Many local schools have pre subbing in services. It is a requirement to attend. Check the web site for the division that you have an interest.
2006-07-26 07:17:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know Va, but here you need a BA and you need to pass an exam, which is not too hard. There is a very definite need for subs
2006-07-26 06:39:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would begin the process now. In NJ, subs need to get fingerprinted, and, unfortunately, it often takes months for all the paperwork to get processed.
2006-07-26 06:43:19 · answer #5 · answered by adelinia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would check their website and start the process before ytou move. 6 months is more than enough time.
2006-07-26 06:35:15 · answer #6 · answered by embigguns 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u need to start now . .
2006-07-26 06:35:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
start now...the faster you start the faster you can get it...
2006-07-26 06:37:08 · answer #8 · answered by ++Laura++ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DITTO
2006-07-26 06:36:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋