Start Your Teaching Career While You're Still in College!

The Cornwall-Lebanon School District is seeking aspiring educators currently enrolled in a Pennsylvania-approved teacher preparation program to serve as Prospective Substitute Teachers. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, develop your instructional skills, and make a meaningful impact on students while completing your degree.

Compensation

$160 per day – General Education Classroom
$170 per day – Emotional Support and Autistic Support classroom assignments

Position Overview

As a Prospective Substitute Teacher, you will provide instructional support in the absence of the regular classroom teacher by implementing lesson plans, maintaining a positive learning environment, and supporting student learning and engagement.

Eligibility Requirements

Under Pennsylvania Act 86, individuals may serve as substitute teachers while completing their teacher preparation program if they meet all of the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age and a United States citizen.
Be currently enrolled in a Pennsylvania college or university.
Be enrolled in a Pennsylvania-approved teacher preparation program.
Have successfully completed at least 60 college credits.

Permit Information

The permit is valid for one school year.
The permit may be renewed for one additional school year by providing documentation that you:
- Have completed an additional 15 college credits from a Pennsylvania college or university.
- Remain enrolled in a Pennsylvania-approved teacher preparation program.

Assignment Limits

Prospective Substitute Teachers may serve:

Up to 10 days per school year for the same professional employee.
Up to 20 total days per school year as a Prospective Substitute Teacher.

Employment Requirements

Applicants selected for employment must successfully complete all district pre-employment requirements before beginning work, including:

Required state and federal background clearances
Physical examination
Tuberculosis (TB) test
Any additional employment documentation required by the district

Begin building your teaching experience before graduation while making a positive impact on students in the Cornwall-Lebanon School District. We encourage future educators to apply and join our substitute team!

Prospective Teacher Substitute (Teacher Preparation Program Students)