Minnesota
Suburb-Large
PK-12

Prepare to Substitute Teach at Bloomington Public Schools

Get professionally trained for substitute teaching at Bloomington Public Schools in Bloomington, Minnesota. Our courses prepare you for success.

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14

Schools

10,000

Students

$130

Daily Rate

PK-12

Grades

District Overview

At a Glance

14

Number of Schools

10,000

Total Students

PK-12

Grade Span

Suburb-Large

Location Type

Hennepin County

County

$130

Sub Teacher Daily Rate

How to Prepare for Bloomington Public Schools

1

Review Minnesota State Requirements

Understand the state requirements for substitute teaching, including a bachelor's degree. Our courses are designed to help you meet and exceed these standards.

2

Complete Professional Training

Build essential classroom skills with CertifiedSub's online courses. Learn classroom management, lesson delivery, safety procedures, and more — all at your own pace.

3

Complete optional professional training

A CertifiedSub certificate of completion documents this course only. It is not a state license and does not make you eligible to work at this district. Confirm permit, background-check, and pay rules with the district.

4

Pass Background Check

Complete the required background check and fingerprinting process. Processing typically takes 1-4 weeks.

5

Connect with the District

After you meet Bloomington Public Schools's own hiring rules, you can apply directly with the district. CertifiedSub does not place teachers.

Minnesota State Requirements

Education Requirements

Minnesota does not require a bachelor's degree for short-call substitute teachers. The minimum education requirement is a two-year degree (associate's degree) or 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution. For long-term substitute assignments exceeding 15 consecutive days in the same position, a bachelor's degree and additional qualifications may be required.

Background Check

Minnesota requires all substitute teachers to undergo a criminal background check through the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and the FBI. The background check includes fingerprinting and is initiated by the hiring school district. Results must be cleared before the substitute can begin working in any Minnesota school.

Age Requirements

Substitute teachers in Minnesota must be at least 18 years of age. This requirement is consistent across all substitute teaching license tiers and applies to both short-call and long-term substitute positions.

Application Process

Candidates apply for a short-call substitute teaching license through the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) online system. The application requires official transcripts, background check clearance, and payment of the licensure fee. Once licensed, candidates apply with individual school districts to be added to their substitute teacher roster.

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