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At Platte County School District, we believe our learners thrive because of extraordinary educators - those who inspire curiosity, create meaningful experiences, and build strong connections. Here, you’ll find a community that values innovation, growth, and belonging.

Substitute Teacher applicants require a Substitute or Missouri Teaching certification. Once the background check has cleared and certification is obtained the applicant will be invited to onboard.

Background check - You must have a current background clearance using the Platte County 4-digit number (see below) and is no older than 365 days. Go to www.machs.mo.gov to complete the online piece of your background check (Click here to Register with the Fingerprint Portal > Click here to Register with MACHS > see below for the correct code). Once you have your background confirmation number (TCN) you will enter your zip code to make an appointment to have your picture and fingerprints taken. The fee is $43.50. Email Bobbi Wheeler, HR Specialist (wheeler.bobbi@pcr3schools.org) to ask for a no charge code for your background check and let Mrs. Wheeler know the date of your fingerprint appointment.

Substitute Teacher applicants who need a Substitute Certification - 1629
Substitute Teacher applicants who already have a Missouri Teaching Certification - 1628

Substitute Teacher Certification:
If you don't already have a teaching certification please apply for a substitute certificate. If you have a DESE teaching certification you do not need a substitute teacher certification. Click here and you will be taken to the DESE (Department of Elementary and Secondary Education). The substitute page will give you the information to apply for a substitute certificate. DESE charges $50.00 for a four-year substitute certificate.

Substitute Pay for 2025-2026

Substitute Teacher and Paraprofessional Substitute pay is $147.15 a day or $19.62 an hour. A full day for a Substitute Teacher is 7.5 hours a day. If a Substitute Teacher works 6.5 hours a day they are paid the full $147.15. If a Substitute works less than 6.5 hours a day, they are paid hourly.
Retired Teacher Substitute pay is $211.58 a day or $28.21 an hour. A full day for a Substitute Teacher is 7.5 hours a day. If a Retired Teacher serving as a Substitute Teacher works 6.5 hours a day they are paid the full $211.58. If a Substitute works less than 6.5 hours a day, they are paid hourly. This rate applies to a retired teacher serving as a long-term substitute as well.

Substitutes are paid on the 10th and 25th of each month. If the 10th or the 25th falls on a holiday or weekend, payday is the last business day prior to the 10th or 25th. All substitutes will be paid by direct deposit. Substitutes will clock their time.

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