Substitute Teachers 2026-2027 School Year

1. Substitute Teacher Credential Pathway 1 (Per N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-7.3):

• Completion of 60 semester-hours credits;
• Credits must be completed at an accredited college or university at the time of application; and
• Credential is valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.

2.Substitute Teacher Credential Pathway 2 (Per P.L. 2021, c.87):

• Completion of 30 semester-hour credits;
• Credits must be completed at an accredited institution of higher education at the time of application;
• Applicant must been enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education at the time of application;
• Applicant must be at least 20 years of age;
• Credential pathway is available until June 30, 2025; and
• Credential is valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance..

Long term subsitutes for certificated teachers, $200.00 per day,
Daily subsitutes $130.00 per day