Prepare to Substitute Teach at Pittsburgh Public Schools
Get professionally trained for substitute teaching at Pittsburgh Public Schools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Our courses prepare you for success.
54
Schools
22,000
Students
$125
Daily Rate
PK-12
Grades
District Overview
54
Number of Schools
22,000
Total Students
PK-12
Grade Span
City-Midsize
Location Type
Allegheny County
County
$125
Sub Teacher Daily Rate
How to Prepare for Pittsburgh Public Schools
Review Pennsylvania 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.
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 Pittsburgh Public Schools's own hiring rules, you can apply directly with the district. CertifiedSub does not place teachers.
Pennsylvania State Requirements
Education Requirements
Pennsylvania requires Day-to-Day substitute teachers to hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Candidates applying for an Emergency Substitute Certification may have alternative educational qualifications as determined by the school entity. A Substitute Teaching Permit is available for candidates in specific circumstances with district sponsorship. Official transcripts are required for all pathways.
Background Check
Pennsylvania requires three separate background clearances for all substitute teachers: a Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (Act 34), a Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Act 151), and an FBI Federal Criminal History Check via fingerprinting (Act 114). All three clearances must be current and on file before a substitute may begin working in any school.
Age Requirements
Substitute teachers in Pennsylvania must be at least 18 years of age. This requirement applies across all substitute certification categories issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
Application Process
Applicants apply through the Pennsylvania Department of Education's TIMS (Teacher Information Management System) online platform. The application requires official transcripts, all three background clearances, and applicable fees. For Emergency Substitute Certification, the employing school entity must initiate or support the application. Processing times vary, and applicants should allow several weeks for review.
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