Prepare to Substitute Teach at Duval County Public Schools
Get professionally trained for substitute teaching at Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, Florida. Our courses prepare you for success.
163
Schools
130,000
Students
$110
Daily Rate
PK-12
Grades
District Overview
163
Number of Schools
130,000
Total Students
PK-12
Grade Span
City-Large
Location Type
Duval County
County
$110
Sub Teacher Daily Rate
How to Prepare for Duval County Public Schools
Review Florida State Requirements
Understand the state requirements for substitute teaching, including a 60 college credit hours. Our courses are designed to help you meet and exceed these standards.
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.
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.
Pass Background Check
Complete the required background check and fingerprinting process. Processing typically takes 1-4 weeks.
Connect with the District
After you meet Duval County Public Schools's own hiring rules, you can apply directly with the district. CertifiedSub does not place teachers.
Florida State Requirements
Education Requirements
Florida requires substitute teachers to hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED combined with at least 48 semester hours of college credit from an accredited institution, or an associate's degree. A bachelor's degree is not required. Some districts may set higher education standards at the local level.
Background Check
All substitute teachers in Florida must undergo a Level 2 background screening, which includes fingerprinting processed through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the FBI. This screening checks for any disqualifying criminal offenses. The background check must be cleared before the substitute can be assigned to any school.
Age Requirements
Substitute teachers in Florida must be at least 18 years of age. There is no maximum age limit for substitute teaching in the state.
Application Process
Florida substitute teachers apply directly through the school district in which they wish to work. Each district manages its own substitute pool and may use online application systems or partner with staffing agencies. Required documents typically include transcripts, valid government-issued identification, and background check authorization.
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