It is an opportunity to get valuable experience, set your own hours, and make a difference in the lives of students.
- You want to substitute teach, and you hold a valid Illinois educator license and a bachelor’s degree.
- You want to serve as a short-term substitute, and you hold a valid Illinois educator license with an associate degree.
- You want to substitute teach in a career and technical education classroom, and you hold a valid Illinois educator license with stipulations endorsed in any area of career and technical education
You can apply with a school district without a substitute license if...
You want to substitute teach, and you hold a valid Illinois educator license and a bachelor’s degree.
• You want to serve as a short-term substitute, and you hold a valid Illinois educator license with an associate degree.
• You want to substitute teach in a career and technical education classroom, and you hold a valid Illinois educator license with stipulations endorsed in any area of career and technical education.
BN98 Rates
- Day to Day Substitute:$ 130
- Everyday Substitute: $ 180
- Long Term Assignment Sub: $210
| Substitute License | Short Term Substitute License |
|---|---|
| Valid for 5 years | Expires on June 30, 2023 |
| Renewable every five years with a payment of $50 registration fee | Non-renewable |
| Can serve in place of a contracted teacher for up to 90 days or in emergency situations for up to 30 days when no teacher is under contract with the district |
Can teach up to five consecutive days per licensed teacher |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution required |
Must complete a district training prior to employment |
| Application and $50 application fee* required for employment! |
Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or
|
| Application and $25 application fee required |

