Thank you for your interest in becoming a substitute teacher for the Crook County School District! Since there are only 149 days of school each year, we want to ensure that every day our students are in the classroom, they receive a high-quality education. Therefore we strive to make sure our substitute teachers have all the necessary tools to be successful.
There are a number of requirements from the state of Wyoming for someone to receive their substitute permit. While it may seem a bit overwhelming, we are happy to walk you through the process to help make sure you have everything you need.
If you would like to serve as a substitute paraprofessional, office staff, lunch staff, bus diver, or custodian,
please call Sherri Moeller at 307.283.2299 for more information.
What steps do you need to take?
To figure out what steps you need to take to get your substitute permit please choose an answer below.
I have a bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or 60+ hours from an accredited college.
I have a high school diploma,
but not a college degree.
Your To-Do List (Don't worry we will explain more later) |
Register for the sub teacher training
Fill out an employment application
Get fingerprinted
Fill out the PTSB application
Complete the WY US Constitution Exams
Class observations
Register for the sub teacher training
You will be required to attend 24 hours of in-person training with the school district. This class is free to attend, but you must pre-register. This training will include a number of topics, including:
- age-level communication skills
- use and application of lesson plans
- use of instructional technology
- professional attitudes, behaviors, and dispositions
- ethics in educations
- and much more!
The next in-class training is scheduled for:
(you will need to attend all of these classes)
Friday, August 11 from 8:15am-4:15pm
Monday, August 14 from 8:15am-4:15pm
Tuesday, August 15 from 2:45pm-6:30pm
Wednesday, August 16 from 2:45pm to 6:30pm
Thursday, August 17 from 3:15pm to 6:30pm
Fill Out An Employee Application
Everyone who wants to substitute at CCSD#1 must fill out an employee application. You can fill out the application online. If you would rather fill out a paper application, you can pick one up at any of the schools.
Get Fingerprinted
During the class, you will have an opportunity to be fingerprinted for a background check. The cost to conduct the background check is $45 (cash or check), but this will be reimbursed to you in your first paycheck after you begin subbing at CCSD#1.
Complete the PTSB Application
During the class, the instructor will help you to complete the application to apply for your substitute permit. Permits are granted by the Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB). You will email your completed application to wyoptsb@wyo.gov. After you have emailed your application, you must mail two fingerprint cards to PTSB. PTSB will send you an email invoice to pay your application fee of $125. Applications will take 4-8 weeks to process. PTSB will reach out to you (not us) once your application is complete.
Complete the Wyoming and US Constitution Exams
If you did not take a Wyoming or US Constitution class in college, you will need to take an online exam. (Don't worry, it isn't difficult). The instructor will show you where to find these exams.
Class Observations
Please call the school of your choice in Crook County and schedule a time to observe ½ day in the elementary and ½ in the high school. If you only want to substitute with one grade level, you must still observe at the elementary and high schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it pay?
Our substitute teachers make $130 per day.
What costs will I incur?
There is a $45 fee to get your background check completed for the district. This will be reimbursed after you start substituting. PTSB charges $125 to receive your permit (this is not refunded).
Where can I substitute teach?
You can substitute teach in any of our schools once you have your permit. If you ever move to another part of Wyoming, you will still have your sub permit for other school districts.
How do I get substitute jobs?
We use an online program called ReadySub to notify you by email or text whenever a job becomes available.
What if I want to substitute for custodians, lunch staff, bus drivers, or paraprofessionals?
To substitute for those positions, you DO NOT need a sub permit from PTSB. If you need to find out what is required, please call Central Office at 307.283.2299 or email Sherri Moeller at moellers@crook1.com.
I have more questions. What do I do?
We would love to answer your questions! Please feel free to call us at 307.283.2299 or email us at central@crook1.com. Your class instructor will also be glad to help you with any questions you may have.
I have a bachelor's degree, associate's degree
or 60+ hours from an accredited college.
Your To-Do List (Don't worry we will explain more later) |
Fill out an employment application
Get fingerprinted
Fill out the PTSB application
Complete the WY US Constitution Exams
Class observations
Complete a few short online district trainings
Fill Out An Employee Application
Everyone who wants to substitute at CCSD#1 must fill out an employee application. You can fill out the application online. If you would rather fill out a paper application, you can pick one up at any of the schools.
Get Fingerprinted
You can come to the Central office to be fingerprinted or to a law enforcement agency. Fingerprint cards are available at any of the schools to take with you to a law enforcement agency. Two fingerprint cards must be given to the Central office, and two cards will go to the Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) with your application. If you want to be fingerprinted at the Central Office in Sundance, please call 307.283.2299 to schedule an appointment. There is a $45 fee to conduct a background check, payable to CCSD#1. After you begin substituting and receive your first check, this will be reimbursed.
Complete the PTSB Application
Once you have completed the previous steps, you must apply for a sub permit from PTSB. You can find instructions to do that and the application on their website. Please note: If you have an associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or 60+ hours from an accredited college, you must submit your college transcript to PTSB. You'll need to email your completed application to wyoptsb@wyo.gov. After you have emailed your application, you must mail two fingerprint cards to PTSB. PTSB will send you an email invoice to pay your application fee of $125. Applications will take 4-8 weeks to process. PTSB will reach out to you (not us) once your application is complete.
Complete the Wyoming and US Constitution Exams
If you did not take a Wyoming or US Constitution class in college, you will need to take an online exam. (Don't worry, it isn't difficult). The exam can be found on the PTSB website.
Class Observations
Please call the school of your choice in Crook County and schedule a time to observe ½ day in the elementary and ½ in the high school. If you only want to substitute with one grade level, you must still observe at the elementary and high schools.
Complete a Few Online Trainings
Please take a look at this short staff training PowerPoint by clicking here. After you have viewed the entire presentation, you will need to fill out the online form at the end of the presentation.
There are two other pieces of training that must be completed online. When you are ready to do those, please email Matthew Wolfskill at wolfskillm@crook1.com or call 307.283.2299 to register.
You're Almost There...
After completing the above steps, you can contact Sherri Moeller, our Human Resources Manager, at moellers@crook1.com or by calling 307.283.2299. She will help you get set up to start substitute teaching and answer any questions you might have.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it pay?
Our substitute teachers make $130 per day.
What costs will I incur?
There is a $45 fee to get your background check completed for the district. This will be reimbursed after you start substituting. PTSB charges $125 to receive your permit (this is not refunded).
Where can I substitute teach?
You can substitute teach in any of our schools once you have your permit. If you ever move to another part of Wyoming, you will still have your sub permit for other school districts.
How do I get substitute jobs?
We use an online program called ReadySub to notify you by email or text whenever a job becomes available.
What if I want to substitute for custodians, lunch staff, bus drivers, or paraprofessionals?
To substitute for those positions, you DO NOT need a sub permit from PTSB. If you need to find out what is required, please call Central Office at 307.283.2299 or email Sherri Moeller at moellers@crook1.com.
I have more questions. What do I do?
We would love to answer your questions! Please feel free to call us at 307.283.2299 or email us at central@crook1.com.