Utah Substitute Teaching License

In Utah, substitute teachers are not required to obtain any kind of teaching license. However, there are still some preferred requirements for effective substitutes.

Education Requirements

Utah’s schools prefer substitute teachers to hold bachelor’s degrees, but will still accept those with high school diplomas. Preference for substitute teaching positions typically goes to those with bachelor’s degrees, however.

Want to learn how to earn a professional teaching certification? Contact schools offering teaching certification programs in Utah.

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Campbellsville University

Featured Program: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (P-5); Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education - Initial Certification; Bachelor or Science in Learning & Behavior Disorders (P-12) & Elementary Education (P-5) Initial Certification

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Arizona State University - Online

Featured Program: The online master’s in early childhood education with certification equips current or aspiring educators with the coursework, skills and practical experience needed to become a certified teacher working in a public school with children pre-K and K-3.

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Liberty University

Featured Program: Undergraduate Certificate in Preschool, Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Doctor of Education

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Examinations

There are no examinations to become a substitute teacher in Utah.

Experience

There are no experience requirements to become a substitute teacher in Utah. Schools will evaluate a potential substitute teacher on a case-by-case basis to ensure they are fit for service in a school district.

Document and Application Requirements

Substitute teacher candidates fill out applications directly through the school districts where they’re interested in teaching. Different schools have different applications requirements. Contact your local school district to find out more.

Criminal History Background Check

Substitute teachers must undergo background checking and fingerprinting through their school districts. Find out more by contacting your local school district.