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Colorado - Apply for Substitute Teacher License

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ProcedureEdit

1-year substitute authorization:

  1. Submit fingerprints to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
  2. You only have to be fingerprinted once. If you have already submitted your fingerprints with a previous application, you can skip this step. Fingerprinting Instructions
  3. Confirm you have a valid form of government-issued identification. List of valid IDs
  4. Document employment history for the past 5 years. Include employer/business name, dates of employment, reason for leaving, work addresses, supervisor names, and contact information.
  5. Complete the application section of the One Year Substitute Verification Form:
    1. Forward the form to your employer's human resources department to complete and sign the remaining section.
    2. The employer must return the completed and signed form to you so you can include it with your online application.
    3. You must remember that if you intend to substitute for more than one employer, you will need to complete a separate form for each district, BOCES, charter school, or private school/facility.
  6. Once you have gathered all of the information listed above, you may now begin the online application process. Just register for the eLicensing system or, if you are already registered, log in. Then, select the application titled "1 Year Substitute Authorization" to start your application.


3-year substitute authorization:

  1. Submit fingerprints to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
  2. You only have to be fingerprinted once. If you have already submitted your fingerprints with a previous application, you can skip this step. Fingerprinting Instructions
  3. Confirm you have a valid form of government-issued identification. List of valid IDs
  4. List the names and addresses of the colleges/universities you have attended. Obtain copies of your official college transcripts.
  5. Document employment history for the past 5 years. Include employer/business name, dates of employment, reason for leaving, work addresses, supervisor names, and contact information.
  6. Once you have gathered all of the information listed above, you may now begin the online application process. Just register for the eLicensing system or, if you are already registered, log in. Then, select the application titled "3 Year Substitute Authorization" to start your application.


5-year substitute authorization:

  1. Submit fingerprints to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
  2. You only have to be fingerprinted once. If you have already submitted your fingerprints with a previous application, you can skip this step. Fingerprinting Instructions
  3. Confirm you have a valid form of government-issued identification. List of valid IDs
  4. Out-of-state applicants only, obtain a copy of your current (unexpired) teaching license.
  5. Document employment history for the past 5 years. Include employer/business name, dates of employment, reason for leaving, work addresses, supervisor names, and contact information.
  6. Once you have gathered all of the information listed above, you may now begin the online application process. Just register for the eLicensing system or, if you are already registered, log in. Then, select the application titled "5 Year Substitute Authorization" to start your application.



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Required DocumentsEdit

1-year substitute authorization:

  • Completed One Year Substitute Verification Form
  • Valid form of government-issued identification. List of valid IDs
  • Employment history for the past 5 years.
  • If applicable, obtain supporting documentation on the following:
    • Past criminal history
    • Disciplinary actions
    • Any issues related to licensure or employment


3-year substitute authorization:

  • Valid form of government-issued identification. List of valid IDs
  • Copies of your official college transcripts.
  • Employment history for the past 5 years.
  • If applicable, obtain supporting documentation on the following:
    • Past criminal history
    • Disciplinary actions
    • Any issues related to licensure or employment


5-year substitute authorization:

  • Valid form of government-issued identification. List of valid IDs
  • Out-of-state applicants only, obtain a copy of your current (unexpired) teaching license.
  • Employment history for the past 5 years.
  • If applicable, obtain supporting documentation on the following:
    • Past criminal history
    • Disciplinary actions
    • Any issues related to licensure or employment


Note: You will need electronic copies of all documentation. Get Help with Document Scanning



Office Locations & ContactsEdit

Educator Preparation, Licensing and Enforcement
6000 E Evans Ave
Building #2, Suite 100
Denver, CO 80222

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 303-866-6628
Fax: 303-866-6722

Walk-In Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Call Center Hours:
Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5pm Last Walk-In:
4:30pm


Professional Services & Educator Licensure
6000 E Evans Ave
Building #2, Suite 100
Denver, CO 80222


Colorado Dept. of Education
201 East Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-866-6600
Fax: 303-830-0793



EligibilityEdit

To qualify for a 5-year substitute authorization:

  • In-state applicants must hold or have held a Colorado teaching license.
  • Out-of-state applicants must hold an unexpired (non-Colorado) teaching license.



FeesEdit

  • 1-year substitute authorization application fee:$40.00
  • 3-year substitute authorization application fee:$80.00
  • 5-year substitute authorization application fee:$80.00



ValidityEdit

  • A 1-year substitute authorization is valid for 12 months from the date your application is approved.
  • A 3-year substitute authorization is valid for 3 years from date of issue.
  • A 5-year substitute authorization is valid for 5 years from date of issue.



Documents to UseEdit

One Year Substitute Verification Form



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External LinksEdit

  • Colorado Dept. of Education:
https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_authorization_landing
https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/checklist-substituteauth1year



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