The Board of Education appreciates your interest in serving as a substitute in Kent County Public Schools. As a substitute, you will be replacing a permanent employee on a daily, on-call basis.

• Be at least 18 years old to substitute in our elementary or middle schools and 21 years old to substitute in the high school.

• Have a high school diploma or GED.

 

1. Decide what type of substitute you want to become. You can be a substitute in a variety of areas, depending upon your qualifications. To become a substitute teacher or paraprofessional you must attend a half-day of observation.

 

2. Get fingerprinted for a criminal background check. Call the Office of Human Resources at 410-778-7140 or 410-778-3644 to schedule an appointment to be fingerprinted for a criminal background investigation. Fingerprinting is done at the Kent County Public Schools Central Office: 5608 Boundary Ave., Rock Hall. There is a fingerprint charge of $32. 

 

What should I bring when I come for my fingerprint appointment? The day of your appointment you will need to bring:

• Payment for your fingerprint fee in the form of a check or money order. No cash please.

• A valid driver's license.

• A completed substitute employment application — including a copy of your transcripts or degree, if you hold a bachelor's degree or higher — and a voided check for direct deposit.

 

Your picture will be taken this day for an identification badge. Please come prepared.

 

3. Attend the substitute orientation class. Call Human Resources at 410-778-7140 or 410-778-3644 to schedule your attendance at the next substitute orientation class.

 

 

You do not need to attend the substitute orientation class if: