Substitute License

Lic/Auth Type:

Requirements - First Issuance:

Held or eligible to hold an Iowa teaching license.

Term:

5 years

Authority:

Substitute teach for a contracted teacher out on leave in any subject grades PK-12. May serve in one position up to 90 days (long-term sub). Cannot fill open positions.

Renewals:

One renewal credit chosen from the following options:

verification of at least 30 days of substitute teaching (obtain a letter from the district(s)) - OR
one year of teaching experience - OR
one renewal credit course

The renewal credit option chosen needs to have been completed during the term of the substitute license or be no more than five years old if the license has expired.

Mandatory reporter training for child and dependent adult abuse is also required.

Extension:

Yes - if more time is needed to complete renewal requirements.

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