Begin Your Application For Your Certificate
For more information visit: http://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/general-cert-requirements/
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DON'T HAVE A CERTIFICATE?
Do you have a bachelor’s degree but are not certified? Good news, we can hire you as a provisional substitute!
Provisional Substitute Requirements:
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree.
- Have an active online application with the Florida Department of Education.
- Have paid the $75.00 FDOE online application fee (per subject area).
- Have an active online application with Polk County Public Schools.
Pay Rate:
$15.00 per hour
Eligible to work
196 days
Eligibility Requirements to become a Full Salaried Teacher
A Provisional Substitute is eligible to be considered for a full-salaried teaching position when he/she has been deemed eligible to hold a Florida teaching certificate by the Florida Department of Education in the subject area that corresponds with the position filled.
- This can be usually be achieved by passing the associated subject area exam.
- It is the responsibility of the Provisional Substitute to notify the Certification Department when the state has deemed him/her eligible to hold a teaching certificate in the targeted subject area.
- Notification should be sent to [email protected].
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APPLICATION PROCESS
The very first step you will need to take in order to apply for positions is to create an online application with PCPS. This application acts as your online resume and it will allow you to apply for positions directly.
The application process will take about 45 minutes to complete. Please make sure to add all certification information under the certification tab. Everything you add to your application is self-reported, so please make sure to give correct and accurate information.
1. Create Application
2. Complete Application
3. Activate Application
4. Browse/Apply for Jobs
Process
Create Application
Complete an application that acts as your online resume.
Verify
Ensure all information is accurate and updated.
Apply
Apply directly to positions posted on the employment page.
*If you receive “You Do Not Match/You are Not Eligible for this position” message, your certification you have reported on your application does not match the position for which you are applying. If you are pending certification, email [email protected] for options available to you to get in contact with hiring administrators.
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