Substitute authorization in the state of Colorado allows individuals to work within the Colorado public school system as a substitute teacher. These authorizations are issued without a specified grade level or content area. Colorado offers three types of substitute authorizations: one-year, three-year and five-year authorizations.
| Requirements | Substitute Authorization |
|---|---|
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High school diploma or GED equivalent (Not all Colorado school districts will hire a one-year substitute applicant. Applicants must be requested by school district prior to authorization.) |
One-Year Substitute Authorization |
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Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college/university |
Three-Year Substitute Authorization |
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Current or expired Colorado teacher’s license, or |
Five-Year Substitute Authorization |
To apply for your Colorado substitute teaching authorization, create an Educator Account with CDE’s eLicensing database.