Before employment, all applicants must:

• Pass a background check
• Demonstrate good health (TB and physical clearance within 60 days of hire)
• Be authorized to work in the United States

In addition, the following qualifications are required:

• A bachelor's degree or higher from a regional accredited university
• A valid California teaching credential or a 30-Day Substitute Teacher Permit

Yes, to substitute in California, you need either a valid teaching credential or a 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit. 

If you don’t currently hold either, you can still qualify for the 30-Day Permit based on your degree. PSUSD will assist you in obtaining this permit through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

As part of the application process, you will be required to submit official transcripts showing your completed bachelor's degree to apply for the permit. 

Substitute Teacher positions are posted on an as-needed basis throughout the year. 

• Applications open on the 1^st of each month and close on the last day of the month.
• Applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
• Be sure to check your email (and spam folder) for updates via EdJoin.

Important: Incomplete applications or missing documentation will not be considered.  Please review the full requirements listed on the Edjoin posting before submitting your application.