Frequently
Asked Questions
Following are frequently asked questions regarding substitute opportunities
in Plano ISD. For answers to further questions, contact
Plano ISD Human Resource Services
2700 W. 15th Street
Plano TX 75075
(469) 752-8135
substitute@pisd.edu
Does Plano ISD need substitutes?
Plano ISD is always looking for substitutes especially in hard-to-fill areas, such
as math, science, special education and bilingual positions.
Does Plano ISD accept substitute applications
all year?
Yes, applications are accepted all year;
however these applications will be processed according to the next
available substitute orientation.
What positions are considered hard-to-fill?
Examples of hard-to-fill positions include mathematics, science, foreign
language, special education and bilingual education.
How do I get in the PISD substitute
pool?
- Complete an on-line application
- Bring/mail all the required documents for the position you are applying, to 2700 W 15th Street, Plano TX, 75075
- Complete fingerprinting requirements.
- Receive invitation to a mandatory substitute
orientation meeting.
- Attend a mandatory substitute orientation meeting.
What are the requirements for substitutes?
- All applicants must pass a criminal history check
to be eligible to substitute in Plano ISD.
- Three work references are required of all applicants.
- Substitute teacher requirements:
Bachelor’s degree.
- Substitute licensed nurse or licensed professional
requirements;
current license
- Substitute paraprofessional (such as classroom
assistant or clerical) requirements;
high school diploma or equivalent
- Individuals with a degree from a university located
outside of the U.S. must have the degree transcripts
evaluated by an accredited
international degree equivalency evaluator and
meet current criteria for substitute positions.
I am retired. May I apply for a substitute
position?
Generally speaking an employee retired from a Texas school district,
who is currently drawing pay from the Teacher
Retirement System of Texas (TRS), may substitute as many days as
desired following one complete calendar month of non-work. Substitute
pay for retired Texas school district employees will be the usual and
customary substitute pay. Any questions regarding retirement or how
substitute pay may affect retirement earnings should be directed to TRS.
Do I need to submit any documentation
when applying for a substitute position?
Yes, after completing an online application, bring the following
documents to: PISD HR Services- 2700 W 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075
Attention: Substitute Application
- Three reference forms are required of all substitutes.
- Substitute teacher; official transcripts indicating
degree conferred. Certification is not required, however, if you are a certified teacher, please submit a copy of your teaching certificate or a
letter of acceptance from certification program
or proof of
current enrollment in a certification program.
- Substitute license nurse or licensed professional;
photocopy of current license and official transcripts.
- Substitute paraprofessional (such as classroom
assistant or clerical position); photocopy of high
school diploma or equivalent or college transcripts.
- Individuals with a degree from a university
located outside of the U.S.must provide degree
transcripts evaluated by an accredited
international degree equivalency evaluator and
meet current criteria for substitute positions.
Who should complete my reference forms?
Reference forms should be completed by applicant's employment supervisors, co-workers, volunteer co-workers, or supervisory teachers. We accept references from individual who will attest to your ability as an employee. We will not accept forms from friends or relatives.
I have a foreign degree. Is it acceptable?
Individuals with a degree from a university located outside
of the U.S. must have degree transcripts evaluated by an accredited international
degree equivalency evaluator and meet current criteria for substitute
positions.
Do I need to attend an orientation to
be a substitute?
Yes. After the application is processed, criminal history and fingerprinting have cleared, applicants are invited to
attend the substitute orientation meeting to complete and submit required
paperwork, and to be trained on important expectations and procedures.
How many new hire orientation meetings
are scheduled this school year?
New hire orientations are held monthly from July to December .
If I submit an application, would I
be invited to the next substitute orientation meeting?
Applicants will be invited to the next scheduled substitute orientation
meeting, from the date the application has been processed, not when
it was submitted. Plano ISD will make every effort to process each
application promptly after all documents have been submitted. An invitation will be sent only if the substitute application is complete, reference forms are returned and criminal history check has cleared.
How are substitutes paid?
Substitutes are paid every two weeks by mail, automatic deposit or cash pay card.
How often are substitutes called to
work?
Substitutes are called as needs arise through an automated system.
Details and training are provided at the substitute orientation meeting.
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