Substitute Teacher Information

Substitute Teaching in Alexander County Schools

24-25 Substitute Modules are now available!!

Thank you for your interest in Substitute Teaching within Alexander County Schools.  Substitute Teachers are divided into two categories - Licensed ($137.50 per day) and Non-Licensed ($112.50 per day).  A Licensed Substitute Teacher must hold a North Carolina Teaching License (expired is acceptable).  A Non-Licensed Substitute Teacher must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma (GED is accepted).  The App Garden Module Training is good for the Current School Year.  Taking the modules is a requirement every year to stay active in our Substitute Database.

What are the Requirements:

• Hold a high school diploma and be 2 years removed from high school graduation for K-8 and 4 years removed for 9 -12 positions.
• Pass your App Garden Training Modules
• Have a clear Drug and Background Check
• Be approved for employment by the Board of Education.

You will find instructions on how to become a Substitute Teacher in Alexander County listed below:            

All Forms can be found under the "ACS Substitute Teacher Forms"

* First year substitutes, will choose either: Licensed or Non-Licensed App Garden Substitute Modules.

*  After the first year, you will choose the Returning Substitute Modules.