How Do I Become a Substitute Teacher in New Jersey?
Substitute teaching in New Jersey is a way for students, graduates and career-changers to acquire some classroom experience or to see if teaching is the right career. Some districts in New Jersey require a substitute teacher to hold a teaching certificate or substitute certificate issued by the county. Contact the district office to check the specific requirements for a school. Any prospective substitute teacher must pass a criminal background check and a TB test.
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Instructions
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Check the accreditation status of New Jersey colleges by contacting the Commission on Higher Education, state of New Jersey. Enroll in a state-accredited school and accumulate a minimum of 60 units.
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Confirm the specific substitute teaching requirements for your school by contacting your district office in New Jersey. A fast method is to click the School Directory link on the website for the New Jersey Department of Education (see References).
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Obtain an application packet from your district office and official transcripts from your college.
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Submit your application packet, a signed oath of allegiance and transcripts to the district office. The oath is a promise to abide by the rules and regulations of your school district. Pay a $125 processing fee.
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Submit to a criminal background check. This is required for all classroom personnel in New Jersey.
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Schedule and take a test for TB (tuberculosis). Submit the results of the test to your district office. When all your paperwork is submitted and approved, the district office calls you to begin substitute teaching.
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Tips & Warnings
During budget crunches in a district, the demand for substitute teachers is low. Check with a school district for information on hiring.
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