Are you interested in becoming a substitute? Not sure if you'd like to become a Classified or Licensed Substitute? What's the difference between both? Well, let me provide you some information that will hopefully guide you to the right path.
Licensed Substitute:
*Allows you to substitute for teachers
* Must get fingerprinted and pass a background check. COST average $54.50
*Have a current substitute authorization issued by CDE (Colorado Department of Education).
* CDE has 3 different authorization:
*1-year authorization, must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, and have experience working with children. COST $60.00
*3-year authorization, must hold a bachelor's degree in any content area from a regionally accredited college or university. COST $90.00
*5-year authorization, must hold or have held a Colorado teacher license or hold a current out-of-state teacher license/certificate. COST $90.00
*Submit an application to Montrose County School District
*The pay for a licensed substitute is $130.00 for the full day and $65.00 for the half day
Classified Substitute:
*Allows you to sub in for paraprofessionals, secretaries, classroom aids, and custodial
* Must get fingerprinted and pass a background check. COST average $54.50
*Submit an application to Montrose County School District
*The pay for classified substitutes is $13.65 an hour